Compassionate Home Health Aide — Rehab & Independence at Home

CenterWell Home Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is hiring a Home Health Aide to support patients at home under RN direction. You will help with rehabilitation, mobility and daily activities to improve quality of life and independence.

The role requires current CNA/CHHA credentials, state certification, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of related experience in a care setting. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Complete CNA or CHHA program within the last 24 months.
• Must meet applicable state certification requirements.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• In good standing on the HHA Registry and completed required course for Medicare agency.
• Minimum one year experience as HHA or CNA in a hospital, nursing home, or home health/hospice.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the RN and Plan of Care.
• Assist with self-administered medications, verify dosages and observe intake.
• Take temperature, pulse and BP and report abnormal results.
• Support personal hygiene: bathing, grooming, skincare, nail care and oral care.
• Assist with feeding and monitor nutrition and fluid intake.
• Assist with toileting and ostomy care as ordered.
• Safely assist with mobility, transfers and ambulation per Plan of Care.
• Document care and changes to patient condition for continuity of care.
• Maintain infection control practices and a clean environment.
• Assist with light household tasks when allowed and ordered.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program

State certification requirements

HHA/CNA coursework for Medicare agency

One year experience as HHA/CNA in last 24 months

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is hiring a Home Health Aide to support patients at home under RN direction. You will help with rehabilitation, mobility and daily activities to improve quality of life and independence.

The role requires current CNA/CHHA credentials, state certification, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of related experience in a care setting. Competitive pay and benefits offered.