Home Health Aide

Job Summary
Join our compassionate team as a Home Health Aide, where you will play a vital role in delivering personalized, high-quality care to individuals in their homes. This energetic position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by assisting clients with daily activities, providing emotional support, and ensuring their safety and comfort. Ideal candidates are dedicated, attentive, and eager to foster independence and well-being for those they serve. Your efforts will help clients maintain their dignity and quality of life in a supportive home environment.

Duties

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs.
• Monitor and record vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration to track health status accurately.
• Support medication administration following prescribed instructions while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory impairments, fostering a safe and engaging environment.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe living space for clients.
• Document medical records and care activities accurately using Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems to ensure seamless communication among healthcare providers.
• Assist with specialized care needs including catheter care, hospice support, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in home health care, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or long-term care environments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures related to patient care.
• Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is required; additional certifications such as medication administration or hospice care are a plus.
• Ability to work independently while following detailed care plans and medical instructions.
• Strong observational skills for patient monitoring and recognizing changes in health status.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or memory care needs is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Join us in providing compassionate home health services that empower individuals to live comfortably and confidently in their own homes!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person