Compassionate Home Health Aide — Restore Independence

Humana, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana company, is hiring a Home Health Aide to provide direct patient care in patients' homes under RN supervision, focusing on rehabilitation and functional improvement to enhance independence and quality of life.

You will follow the Aide Plan of Care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and support safety and comfort while delivering compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Complete Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program within the last 24 months.
• Must meet applicable state certification requirements.
• A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.
• Must be in good standing on the HHA Registry (if applicable) and have completed HHA/CNA course to work for a Medicare certified agency.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patient under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care (POC).
• Assist the patient with self-administered medications by opening bottle caps, reading medication labels, and observing medication administration.
• Take accurate temperature, pulse and blood pressure measurements and report abnormal results.
• Help patient maintain good personal hygiene and assist with bathing, grooming, skin care, and related tasks.
• Assist in feeding patients and monitor food and fluid intake.
• Safely position patient for meals and assist with self-feeding.
• Assist with patient toileting and ostomy care as needed.
• Provide skills to safely assist with mobility, exercises, positioning/turning, transfers and ambulation.
• Report changes and document care rendered to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Medication assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Infection control

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Certified Home Health Aide Program

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana company, is hiring a Home Health Aide to provide direct patient care in patients' homes under RN supervision, focusing on rehabilitation and functional improvement to enhance independence and quality of life.

You will follow the Aide Plan of Care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and support safety and comfort while delivering compassionate care.