Stratum LIFE PACE a member of Empath Health is currently seeking a compassionate CNA/Program Aide to join our team in Bradenton FL. In this role the CNA/Program Aide is responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living restorative and supportive care necessary to the preservation of the home environment. The CNA/Program Aide assists in monitoring and reporting the health status and providing a safe environment for the PACE participants of Suncoast PACE.
What is PACE
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a unique care model designed to help older adults remain safe and independent in their own homes.
- Relationship-Based Care with Real Impact: Build long-term connections with participants supporting them through all stages of carethis is a meaningful alternative to traditional inpatient or facility-based care.
- Team-Driven Preventive Focus: Collaborate closely with physicians social workers therapists and other clinicians in a proactive care model focused on prevention wellness and holistic well-being.
What Youll Do
- Consults each day with the Home Care Coordinator (or designee) to be updated on participants status and any changes that need to be implemented on their plan of care.
- Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse assists participants in the home with the following duties:
- Personal hygiene such as skin mouth hair care and bathing.
- Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation.
- Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel.
- Prepares meals including therapeutic diets assists participants with meals.
- Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes bedpans or urinals.
- Assisting participants with medications which are ordinarily self-administered.
- Other duties taught by a health profession for a specific participant such as: taking of vitals changing colostomy bags changing of non-sterile dressing and non-sterile bowel and bladder hygiene care.
- Reports changes in participants condition and needs to the Registered Nurse.
- Completes appropriate documentation of services provided
- Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures results and information about participants clients or families.
- Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings.
Why Join Empath Health
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Benefits & Wellness: Medical dental vision life insurance retirement with company match plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- Industry-Leading PTO: 5 weeks to rest recharge and live your Full Life.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support tuition reimbursement and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness compassion and Full Life Care for All.
What Youll Need
- Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Certifications:
- Current Certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) in the State of Florida
- Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Continuing Education: As required for Licensure.
What Youll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida including hospice home health grief care geriatric primary care elder care (PACE) HIV and sexual health (EPIC) and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person body mind and spirit with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen supported and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health youll find purpose partnership and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make lifes journey more meaningful.
Stratum LIFE PACE a member of Empath Health is currently seeking a compassionate CNA/Program Aide to join our team in Bradenton FL. In this role the CNA/Program Aide is responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living restorative and supportive care necessary to t...
Stratum LIFE PACE a member of Empath Health is currently seeking a compassionate CNA/Program Aide to join our team in Bradenton FL. In this role the CNA/Program Aide is responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living restorative and supportive care necessary to the preservation of the home environment. The CNA/Program Aide assists in monitoring and reporting the health status and providing a safe environment for the PACE participants of Suncoast PACE.
What is PACE
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a unique care model designed to help older adults remain safe and independent in their own homes.
- Relationship-Based Care with Real Impact: Build long-term connections with participants supporting them through all stages of carethis is a meaningful alternative to traditional inpatient or facility-based care.
- Team-Driven Preventive Focus: Collaborate closely with physicians social workers therapists and other clinicians in a proactive care model focused on prevention wellness and holistic well-being.
What Youll Do
- Consults each day with the Home Care Coordinator (or designee) to be updated on participants status and any changes that need to be implemented on their plan of care.
- Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse assists participants in the home with the following duties:
- Personal hygiene such as skin mouth hair care and bathing.
- Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation.
- Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel.
- Prepares meals including therapeutic diets assists participants with meals.
- Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes bedpans or urinals.
- Assisting participants with medications which are ordinarily self-administered.
- Other duties taught by a health profession for a specific participant such as: taking of vitals changing colostomy bags changing of non-sterile dressing and non-sterile bowel and bladder hygiene care.
- Reports changes in participants condition and needs to the Registered Nurse.
- Completes appropriate documentation of services provided
- Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures results and information about participants clients or families.
- Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings.
Why Join Empath Health
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Benefits & Wellness: Medical dental vision life insurance retirement with company match plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- Industry-Leading PTO: 5 weeks to rest recharge and live your Full Life.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support tuition reimbursement and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness compassion and Full Life Care for All.
What Youll Need
- Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Certifications:
- Current Certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) in the State of Florida
- Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Continuing Education: As required for Licensure.
What Youll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida including hospice home health grief care geriatric primary care elder care (PACE) HIV and sexual health (EPIC) and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person body mind and spirit with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen supported and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health youll find purpose partnership and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make lifes journey more meaningful.
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