Certified Home Health Aide

AccentCare; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to support patients in their homes under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. The role emphasizes clear communication, documentation, and compassionate care to meet individual patient needs.

The CHHA will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, completing tasks with accuracy, maintaining safety, and complying with agency policies. A valid HHA certificate and CPR are required, along with a valid driver’s license for in-home visits.

Qualifications

• Current Home Health Aide/Nurse Aide certificate as required by state
• 1 year of Home Health Aide experience preferred
• CPR certification required
• Valid driver's license with insured vehicle

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with patients, supervisors and co-workers.
• Provide patient care consistent with agency philosophy and goals.
• Document observations and care according to agency policy/procedure.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and help educate family members and patient on tasks.
• Respect patient privacy and adapt care to diverse populations served.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Observation

Time management

Education

Home Health Aide Certification

Job description

Don't just make a living...Make A Difference! Our team is growing and we invite you to learn more about this exciting opportunity with AccentCare. We are a national, post-acute care provider with 45 years of industry experience and over 140 offices. Learn more about us at www.accentcare.com.

AccentCare is a national post-acute healthcare provider with 45 years of industry experience. We thrive on providing patient-centric care and a warm and personalized experience within our local communities.

Your Success is our Success. We strive to provide our new employees with a structured on-boarding process to help you become assimilated quickly, and cutting-edge tools to make your daily work easier and more efficient. We offer extensive training and a wide-array of opportunities for continued education and promotional opportunities.

Position:

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Reports to

Clinical Supervisor

Job Description/Requirements

As a Certified Home Health Aide you will:

• Communicate effectively with patients, supervisors and co-workers.
• Utilize basic knowledge to carry out agency philosophy and goals of agency in provision of patient care.
• Document observations and provision of care according to agency policy/procedure.
• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy environment and assist in teaching family members and patient's ways to simplify household tasks and cope with disabilities.
• Recognize the physical, emotional, and developmental characteristics of the populations served by agency, including need for respect for the patient, his/her privacy and his/her property.

Requirements of Qualified Candidates

• This position requires a current Home Health Aide/Nurse Aide Certificate if required by the state in which the aide is employed
• Home Health Aide Certification meeting HCFA requirements plus one (1) year experience as Home Health Aide and successful completion of competency evaluation
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity (which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing)
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order