Compassionate Home Health Aide | Flexible Hours & Benefits

Maxim Healthcare; East Northport (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is hiring to support patients at home, providing essential in-home care according to the plan of care. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, safeguarding patient safety, and documenting health observations for the supervising nurse.

Candidates should have CPR certification, the ability to follow written care plans, and strong communication skills for coordinating with families and clinicians. We offer comprehensive benefits and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Meets all training requirements per state and federal laws when applicable
• Ability to read, follow written instructions and document care given
• Maintain CPR certification as required by state regulations

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with plan of care tasks such as baths, oral hygiene, dressing, toileting, and feeding
• Record vital signs when ordered and ensure competency demonstrated
• Assist with safe transfers and ambulation
• Carry out exercises per plan of care
• Perform simple extensional therapies as ordered with competency
• Handle patient laundry and maintain safety using equipment correctly
• Observe and teach home safety practices and emergency procedures
• Communicate clearly with client, family, and office; report changes to nurse supervisor

Skills

CPR Certification

Follow Care Plan

Documentation

Job description

Maxim Healthcare is hiring to support patients at home, providing essential in-home care according to the plan of care. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, safeguarding patient safety, and documenting health observations for the supervising nurse.

Candidates should have CPR certification, the ability to follow written care plans, and strong communication skills for coordinating with families and clinicians. We offer comprehensive benefits and weekly pay.