What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Overnight Caregiver position at Assisting Hands of Topeka?
Are you an experienced CNA or night-shift caregiver with a heart for hospice care?
At Assisting Hands Home Care, we are seeking a dependable, compassionate night-shift specialist to provide dedicated 1-on-1 end-of-life care for a hospice client during weekend overnight hours. We need a vigilant, gentle caregiver to ensure client safety, comfort, and peace of mind throughout the night.
Shift Details & Exact Schedule
We are looking for coverage across the following weekend night schedule (25 hours/week total):
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Friday Night: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (8 hours)
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Saturday Night: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (8 hours)
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Sunday Night: 11:00 PM – 8:00 AM (9 hours – stays until morning care staff arrives)
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Pay: $15.00 – $17.00/hour (Based on experience & CNA status)
Why Join Assisting Hands?
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1-on-1 Dedicated Care: Focus entirely on one client in a quiet home environment.
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Predictable Weekend Schedule: Keep your weekdays completely open while earning consistent weekend income.
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24/7 Support & Benefits: Overtime/holiday pay, recognition awards, and round-the-clock supervisor backup.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Remaining 100% awake, alert, and responsive throughout all overnight shifts.
- Providing gentle repositioning, turning, and personal hygiene/incontinence care to maintain skin integrity and comfort.
- Observing changes in comfort, breathing, or distress and communicating effectively with the hospice team.
- Assisting with the Monday morning handoff to daytime staff at 8:00 AM.
Requirements
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Experience Required: Minimum 1 years of caregiving with direct hospice, end-of-life, or overnight care experience. CNA certification strongly preferred.
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Vigilance & Reliability: Proven ability to stay alert through the night and ironclad weekend attendance.
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General Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, hold a High School Diploma/GED, have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation, and pass a background check.
Bring comfort and peace to a family when they need it most. Apply today to join the Assisting Hands team!
Salary : $15 - $17