Home health aide

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Home Health Aide and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients by providing compassionate, personalized care in their homes. This vital role offers an opportunity to support individuals across various stages of life, including those with chronic conditions, disabilities, or recovering from illness. As a Home Health Aide, you will be the primary caregiver, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity while assisting with daily activities and health monitoring. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help promote independence and well-being for those you serve.

Duties

• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
• Monitor patient health by observing vital signs and reporting changes promptly using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Support medication administration following medical instructions and maintaining accurate medical documentation
• Provide specialized care including Alzheimer's, dementia, memory care, hospice, and end-of-life support
• Perform catheter care, wound care, and other medical procedures under supervision or as trained
• Help with light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, cooking nutritious meals, and maintaining a safe environment
• Use assistive devices like Hoyer lifts safely to transfer patients and prevent injury

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Home Health Aide or in assisted living/nursing home settings preferred
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and home healthcare regulations
• Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond effectively to emergencies with First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays is highly valued
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation; HIPAA compliance is essential
• Capable of heavy lifting and phys...