Home Care Aide

NOVACARE SERVICES INC; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

NOVACARE SERVICES INC is seeking a Home Care Aide in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. In this role, you will provide personalized, one-on-one care to patients at their homes, assisting with daily activities and building strong relationships.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program and possess a high school diploma. Communication skills are essential, along with prior experience in home health or hospice.

This position offers competitive compensation and benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• One year prior professional experience.
• Driver's license required.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Care for patients by changing bed linens and assisting with personal care.
• Maintain records of patient care.
• Build relationships with patients.
• Give medications.
• Engage patients in activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited Home Health Aide program

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

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
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year prior professional experience
• Driver's license required
• CPR certification required