Caregiver (Certified Home Health Aide), ElderONE (Per Diem)

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Caregiver (Certified Home Health Aide) with LPN-level expertise to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. This per diem role supports Evening and Night shifts across the Home Care department, with weekend and holiday coverage as specified.

Travel between Rochester-area sites is required, with mileage reimbursement provided. Qualifications include NY LPN licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication and patient-care skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents a thorough observation of each patient’s medical status upon admission and throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
• Assists in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan under the direction of the RN.
• Provides routine nursing services for patients as directed by the RN.
• Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides regular patient status updates to the appropriate personnel.
• Attends and participates in department/facility meetings as required.
• Acts in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and professional standards and policies.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

1 year elder care experience

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN)

Job description

Job Title: Caregiver (Certified Home Health Aide), ElderOne (Per Diem)
Department: Home Care
Location: Sisters of Saint Joseph, 150 French Road, Rochester, NY 14618
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Evening (3:00pm to 11:30pm) and Night (11:00pm to 7:30am) support. 2 weekend shifts per month and one summer and one winter holiday required.

This position has a designated home base facility and may require occasional travel to additional locations. Typically, travel is limited to one to two locations per day, with up to four sites in Rochester, NY and one in Newark, NY. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts and documents a thorough observation of each patient’s medical status upon admission and throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
• Assists in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan under the direction of the RN.
• Provides routine nursing services for patients as directed by the RN.
• Complies with the evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines of the department.
• Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides regular patient status updates to the appropriate personnel.
• Attends and participates in department/facility meetings as required.
• Acts in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and professional standards and policies.
• Maintains clinical competency by pursuing continuing education opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION SKILLS

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.

• Current LPN licensure in State of New York.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills highly desired.

• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drive - Clinical - Roles in this category require frequent driving combined with mobile clinical care across settings such as emergency response, mobile clinics, and home health environments. Staff must repeatedly enter and exit vehicles, occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs. or more, and perform care within patients’ homes or other confined, unpredictable, or uncontrolled environments. These positions demand strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping, and heightened visual and auditory awareness to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial due to rapid decision-making, direct exposure to critical or sensitive situations, and independently managing patient care in the field or home setting. Environmental exposures may include traffic hazards, infectious agents, extreme temperatures, variable home conditions, and hazardous materials. Valid licensure, physical readiness, and flexibility for extended or on-call schedules are typically required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$18.65 - $20.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14618

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.