Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aide to join our team in providing exceptional in-home care to clients across diverse needs. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will deliver personalized assistance that promotes independence, comfort, and well-being. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities, medical needs, and emotional care. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care while adhering to all home health care regulations and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support using patient transfer methods and equipment like Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor and observe patients’ conditions closely, documenting vital signs, medical changes, and behaviors accurately in electronic health record (EHR) or medical documentation systems.
- remind client to take medications as prescribed, protocols are followed in compliance with HIPAA and home healthcare regulations.
- Provide specialized care for clients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral management strategies.
- Support clients with end-of-life or hospice care needs by offering compassionate companionship and ensuring comfort.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by assisting with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, cleaning, and ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
Skills
- Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities, developmental disabilities, geriatrics, or in long-term care settings.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, patient personal care assistance, and home health care best practices.
- Proficiency in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems and medical documentation procedures.
- Excellent patient observation skills to identify changes in condition or behavior promptly.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members while maintaining patient confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
- Competence in vital signs measurement (blood pressure, pulse, respiration), CPR certification, first aid skills.
- Experience working with geriatric patients in assisted living or nursing home environments is highly desirable.
- Physical ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary and assist with patient transfers using proper techniques such as Hoyer lifts or other transfer methods.
- Knowledge of home health agency operations and familiarity with home & community care regulations.
Join us to provide compassionate home health care that truly makes a difference! We value energetic professionals who are eager to support individuals through personalized caregiving while fostering independence and dignity every day. All positions are paid roles committed to delivering quality service within a supportive team environment.
Pay: $19.50 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
