Home Care Aide

Genuine Global Care; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in the Augusta region seeks a compassionate Home Care Aide to enhance patient care in their homes. This role focuses on personalized support, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and possess excellent communication skills, with a background in home health or hospice care valued.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, or wheelchairs.
• Maintain records of patient care and discuss observations with the supervisor.
• Engage patients in exercises or activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

Job description

We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medications and immunizations
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program