Compassionate Home Health Aide — Flexible Part-Time

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Part-time position

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to assist patients in their homes under an established care plan. Responsibilities include personal care, vital signs, safety, and documentation while following the plan of care and communicating with the nurse supervisor.

The role supports patients’ daily living activities, mobility, and safety, with a focus on compassionate, quality care and teamwork. Part-time hours and flexible scheduling are offered to fit your needs.

Qualifications

• Meets all training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws when applicable
• Ability to read, follow written instructions and document care given
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification in accordance with state regulation
• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Successful completion of Maxim screening examinations
• Participation and completion of Maxim’s competency program

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with and per plan of care, including baths, hygiene, dressing, toileting and feeding.
• Take and record oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered.
• Safe transfer and ambulation techniques.
• Assist with exercises according to the plan of care.
• Perform range of motion and simple procedures as directed.
• Handle patient laundry.
• Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely.
• Observe and teach home safety practices.
• Recognize emergencies and follow emergency management procedures.
• Follow patients’ plan of care and complete all tasks assigned.
• Communicate clearly with the client, family/caregiver and office.
• Observe and document patient condition and report changes to the nurse supervisor.

Skills

CPR certification

Follow care plans

Documentation skills

Communication with clients

Reading and following instructions

Safety awareness

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to assist patients in their homes under an established care plan. Responsibilities include personal care, vital signs, safety, and documentation while following the plan of care and communicating with the nurse supervisor.

The role supports patients’ daily living activities, mobility, and safety, with a focus on compassionate, quality care and teamwork. Part-time hours and flexible scheduling are offered to fit your needs.