Home Health Aide

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aides to provide exceptional in-home care to clients across various settings. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting patients with their daily needs, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), memory care, and long-term care. Candidates should possess strong caregiving skills, familiarity with medical documentation, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a home or community environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Monitor and observe patient conditions, noting changes in health status and reporting findings accurately.
• perform treatments such as catheter care under supervision or as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration.
• Support clients with meal preparation, feeding, and nutritional needs while adhering to dietary restrictions.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks including laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Support patients with specialized needs such as Alzheimer's care, dementia care, hospice care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Operate medical equipment like Hoyer lifts safely and effectively during patient transfers.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and update medical records accordingly.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in home health, assisted living, nursing homes, or long-term care settings preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Certification in CPR is required; additional certifications are a plus.
• Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities or cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer's disease is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
• Strong communication skills and compassionate demeanor essential for working effectively with patients and families.
• Valid driver’s license preferred for travel between client locations; reliable transportation required if applicable. This role offers an enriching career path for those passionate about caregiving and improving quality of life for others through dedicated service and professional growth opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits

* Paid time off

Work Location: In person