Compassionate Respite & Home Health Aide

Saratoga Ascend; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Ascend is hiring a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Annandale, VA to provide compassionate, hands-on daily support for individuals with medical needs.

The role focuses on assisting with feeding, personal care, mobility, and medication administration, while maintaining detailed care records and coordinating with families and the care team. Compliance and safety are essential in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care (or relevant degree/certification: CNA, LPN, RN)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• TB test clearance and ability to pass background checks
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, empathetic demeanor

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility
• Administer medications and operate specialized medical equipment (e.g., feeding pumps, suction devices)
• Provide care for individuals with complex medical conditions
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with families and care teams
• Ensure safety and compliance with all regulations

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong interpersonal skills

Professional empathetic demeanor

Effective communication with families

Education

CNA certification

LPN qualification

RN qualification

Job description

Saratoga Ascend is hiring a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Annandale, VA to provide compassionate, hands-on daily support for individuals with medical needs.

The role focuses on assisting with feeding, personal care, mobility, and medication administration, while maintaining detailed care records and coordinating with families and the care team. Compliance and safety are essential in daily duties.