Certified Home Health Aide - Per diem

Caring Hospice; Edison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Caring Hospice in Edison, NJ is seeking a Certified Home Health Aide to support patients at home, following care plans and collaborating with RNs. The role emphasizes compassion and thorough personal care. Candidates must complete CHHA training, be NJ-certified, and have at least one year of home health or institutional direct care.

Strong English communication and reliability are essential. This in-person position offers meaningful work in a supportive team dedicated to patient comfort and

Qualifications

• Completion of approved Certified Home Health Aide training program.
• Certified as a Certified Home Health Aide in NJ.
• 1 year of experience in a home health or hospice setting.
• 1 year of full-time experience in direct client care in an institutional setting.
• A compassionate attitude toward the care of the sick
• Ability to read, write and carry out instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned tasks on patient assignments and follow care plans.
• Perform delegated tasks as instructed by the RN.
• Bathe patients, assist with showers and partial baths as appropriate.
• Help patients maintain personal hygiene and assist with all aspects of activities of daily living.
• Report changes in patient conditions to supervising RN.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Home health/hospice experience

English reading/writing

Direct client care experience

Education

Certified Home Health Aide training

Job description

Caring Hospice is a company that takes pride in putting their employees first. We truly believe that happy employees, provide the best patient care. Come work for Caring Hospice and experience what it is like to work for a company that puts its employees first!

Responsibilities:

• Carry out assigned tasks on patient assignments and follow care plans.

• Perform delegated tasks as instructed by the RN.

• Bathe patients, assist with showers and partial baths as appropriate.

• Help patients maintain personal hygiene and assist with all aspects of activities of daily living.

• Report changes in patient conditions to supervising RN.

Qualifications:

• Completion of approved Certified Home Health Aide training program.

• Certification as a Certified Home Health Aide in NJ.

• 1 year of experience in a home health or hospice setting.

• 1 year of full-time experience in direct client care in an institutional setting (hospital or nursing facility).

• A compassionate attitude toward the care of the sick

• Ability to read, write and carry out instructions in English

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person