Overview
Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients requiring personalized care. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes or care facilities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your active engagement and empathetic approach will foster trust and promote independence for those you serve. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to apply your caregiving skills in a dynamic, supportive environment that values your contributions and growth.
Duties
- Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using patient transfer methods and equipment such as Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor and document patient observations, vital signs, and medical conditions accurately using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality.
- Support medication administration under supervision, including medication reminders and basic medical documentation, following home healthcare regulations.
- Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other memory impairments through tailored memory care techniques and compassionate engagement.
- Assist with patients with care needs with sensitivity and professionalism.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe environment conducive to patient health and comfort.
- Support patient transfer methods safely using proper techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts or patient transfer belts while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assist with appointments & attending appointments with patients
Requirements
- Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities, geriatrics, or in assisted living environments; experience in nursing homes or long-term care settings is highly valued.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs measurement, medication administration, catheter care, and basic life support (BLS) including CPR.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for accurate medical documentation; experience working with home health agencies or hospice providers is a plus.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary and maintain physical stamina for long shifts involving patient transfers and caregiving tasks.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare teams while maintaining patient confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
- Certification as a CNA or equivalent credential required; additional certifications such as First Aid are advantageous.
- Understanding of home health care regulations and best practices for providing compassionate client-centered care in diverse settings.
Join us in delivering exceptional home health care assistance that transforms lives! Your dedication fuels our mission to provide respectful, high-quality support tailored to each individual’s needs empowering patients to live comfortably and confidently at home or in community settings.
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
