Home Health Aide & Caregiver

Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Home Health Aide & Caregiver, where your dedication and skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals needing support at home or in assisted living environments. This vital role involves providing personalized care, ensuring safety, and promoting independence for clients with diverse needs. Whether working with seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those requiring specialized memory care, your efforts will foster comfort, dignity, and well-being. We are committed to creating a supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Monitor and observe patients’ conditions, accurately documenting vital signs and changes in health status using Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Administer medications as prescribed, following all HIPAA regulations and medical documentation protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Support clients with specialized care needs such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, hospice care, and memory care programs.
• Operate medical equipment including Hoyer lifts, catheters, and other assistive devices to promote safe mobility and hygiene.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and assist with light housekeeping tasks like laundry and cleaning to maintain a safe living environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals by updating medical records and communicating patient progress or concerns effectively.

Skills

• Proven experience in home health or long-term care environments with knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient observation skills to detect changes in health status promptly.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s or dementia.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation of patient care activities.
• Ability to assist with complex procedures including catheter care, vital signs measurement, medication administration, and hospice support.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
• Competence in providing compassionate senior care, home & community care services, and working within assisted living or nursing home settings.
• Physical ability to lift patients using Hoyer lifts or similar equipment safely; flexibility to handle various caregiving tasks including cooking and cleaning. Join us in delivering exceptional home health services that empower clients to live comfortably and independently! Your caring nature combined with your technical skills will help create a positive impact every day.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person