Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Home Health Aide, where your compassionate care and proactive support will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. In this vital role, you will provide personalized assistance to individuals in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and well-being. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a comfortable and supportive environment for those in need of home healthcare services. This paid position offers an opportunity to work closely with diverse patient populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities and pediatric patients.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
- Monitor patient health by observing vital signs and reporting any changes to healthcare professionals
- Support medication administration following prescribed instructions and maintaining accurate medical documentation
- Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation
- Use patient transfer methods and equipment such as Hoyer lifts to ensure safe movement and transfers
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations while documenting care in electronic health record (EHR) or electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe living environment
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Home Health Aide or in assisted living, nursing home, or long-term care settings
- Demonstrated ability to perform patient observation and recognize signs of medical emergencies or changes in condition
- Knowledge of home healthcare regulations, medical terminology, and documentation standards
- Certification in CPR and basic life support (BLS), with first aid training preferred
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia (including Alzheimer’s care), or memory care needs is highly desirable
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely and use patient transfer equipment effectively
- Strong communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for accurate record keeping and medical documentation
- Valid certification or license as required by state law for home health aides
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
