Compassionate Home Health Aide (Certification Provided)

Loved Ones In Home Care LLC; Hernshaw (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Loved Ones In Home Care LLC in Hernshaw, WV is seeking a Direct Care Worker to support patients in their homes, monitor health conditions, and provide personal care. The role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities and involves helping with daily living activities and family education.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with Home Health Aide Certification provided by the employer after hire.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Home Health Aide Certification is provided to successful applicants, by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient well-being by observing physical and mental condition.
• Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.
• Assists patients by providing personal services, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene.
• Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient; advising on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping.
• Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal; notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures; maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Loved Ones In Home Care LLC in Hernshaw, WV is seeking a Direct Care Worker to support patients in their homes, monitor health conditions, and provide personal care. The role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities and involves helping with daily living activities and family education.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with Home Health Aide Certification provided by the employer after hire.