Compassionate Home Health Aide (PRN Day Shift)

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HSA plans

Telehealth access

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

401(k) match

Family leave

Job summary

Amedisys Home Health is seeking a PRN Day Shift Home Health Aide to perform patient-to-patient visits in patients' homes. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and help patients maintain comfort and safety in the home environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, current CNA certification, CNA experience within the last two years, CPR certification, and the ability to pass the care center competency program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current state certification as a nurse assistant (CNA).
• CNA experience within the last two years; if more than two years, additional training is required.
• Must pass the care center competency program.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
• Assists patient with bed mobility, bathing, hygiene and toileting.
• Prepares meals or assists with meals.
• Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.
• Observes, reports, and documents changes in patient status.
• Recognizes emergency situations and follows appropriate procedures.
• Follows infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Assists with prescribed exercises as instructed by nurse or therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current state CNA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys Home Health is seeking a PRN Day Shift Home Health Aide to perform patient-to-patient visits in patients' homes. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and help patients maintain comfort and safety in the home environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, current CNA certification, CNA experience within the last two years, CPR certification, and the ability to pass the care center competency program.