HHA Home Health Aide

Optum; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 19,286 - 33,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Home Health Aide or CNA in West Orange, New Jersey. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities and personal care to maintain their well-being. Applicants should have a current nurse aide certification, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. A flexible working schedule is crucial. The hourly pay ranges from $14.00 to $24.23, and additional benefits include a comprehensive package, recognition programs, and equity stock options.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation or access to public transportation.
• Experience in home care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as bathing and hygiene.
• Report observations of the client's condition to agency management.
• Assist with household tasks essential to client care.

Skills

Current driver's license

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to function in diverse home situations

Education

NJ Certified Nurse Aide

Current CPR certification

Job description

Explore opportunities with Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Home Health Aide or CNA, you will provide patients with in‑home personal care and designated health related services to maintain the patient's physical and emotional well being.

Primary Responsibilities

• May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including peri care and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet
• Reports observations of the client's condition to the agency director or accounts manager
• Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required
• Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients' personal care

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transportation
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to work flexible hours and independently
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
• NJ: Must be certified as a nurse aide by the Board of Nursing

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ months of home care experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $24.23 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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