Compassionate Home Health Aide | Caring for Patients at Home

Optum; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive benefits package

incentive and recognition programs

equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Home Health Aide in Raleigh, NC. You will provide hands-on personal care and support daily living activities under supervision to help patients stay at home with dignity.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, meals, hygiene, and documenting changes, while following care plans and safety procedures. A compassionate, patient-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Current state CNA certification or registration as per state requirements.
• Current CPR certification.
• CNA experience within the last two years; if longer, complete another training and competency program.

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
• Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.
• Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals.
• Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.
• Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status.
• Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient’s body functions as indicated.
• Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures.
• Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures.
• Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care.
• Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Home Health Aide in Raleigh, NC. You will provide hands-on personal care and support daily living activities under supervision to help patients stay at home with dignity.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, meals, hygiene, and documenting changes, while following care plans and safety procedures. A compassionate, patient-centered approach is essential.