Certified Home Health Aide

Almost Kin; Grandview (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Almost Kin is seeking a Home Health Aide to provide personal care and support services to patients in Grandview, Indiana. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, meal preparation, and documenting care. Candidates must complete an Indiana state-approved training program and possess an active Indiana HHA Certification. This role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient dignity and independence. Working conditions involve exposure to household environments and possible infectious diseases.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an Indiana state-approved Home Health Aide training program.
• Knowledge of basic personal care skills and infection control techniques required.
• Active Indiana HHA Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal hygiene and grooming needs.
• Observes and reports changes in the patient’s condition.
• Documents daily care activities accurately.

Skills

Personal care skills

Communication skills

Infection control knowledge

Safe transfer techniques

Education

Indiana state-approved Home Health Aide training

Job description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Home Health Aide provides personal care and support services to patients under the supervision of an RN, assisting with activities of daily living and documenting care provided.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists patients with personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, and mobility needs.
• Provides assistance with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping tasks as directed.
• Observes and reports any changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising RN.
• Documents daily care activities accurately and submits records to the agency.
• Supports patients in maintaining independence and dignity in the home environment.
• Adheres to infection control and safety standards during all care activities.
• Participates in ongoing training and competency evaluations.

KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIRED TRAINING:

Must have completed an Indiana state-approved Home Health Aide training program and have an active Indiana HHA Certification (or willingness to obtain). Knowledge of basic personal care skills, infection control, and safe transfer techniques required.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Maintains respectful communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Reports directly to the supervising RN.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires physical ability to assist with lifting, turning, and transferring patients. Must be able to perform household support tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in patient homes. Conditions may vary and exposure to infectious diseases may occur.