Compassionate Home Health Aide – Care & Independence

Optum; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Home Health Aide to provide compassionate in-home care, supporting daily living activities and safety under licensed supervision.

The role includes monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, meals, hygiene, and documentation, with a focus on dignity, comfort and independence.

Pay ranges from $14.00 to $22.30 per hour; requires CNA certification, CPR, and reliable transportation; driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• Current state CNA certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Driver's License with reliable transportation.
• Ability to successfully pass the competency program.

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Maintains clean, safe, healthy home environment for patient.
• Assists with bed mobility, bathing, hygiene and toileting.
• Prepares meals and assists with eating as needed.
• Performs light housekeeping and environmental services.
• Observes and reports changes in patient status.
• Documents care activities per plan and center policy.
• Follows infection prevention and safety procedures.
• Assists with prescribed exercises under supervision.

Education

Nurse assistant certification

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Home Health Aide to provide compassionate in-home care, supporting daily living activities and safety under licensed supervision.

The role includes monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, meals, hygiene, and documentation, with a focus on dignity, comfort and independence.

Pay ranges from $14.00 to $22.30 per hour; requires CNA certification, CPR, and reliable transportation; driver’s license preferred.