Home Health Aid

UNIFI Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RN supervision

Ongoing training

Job summary

UNIFI Healthcare is seeking a Home Health Aide to provide essential personal care and supportive services under RN supervision. You will work closely with clients and families to promote safety, comfort, and independence per the Plan of Care.

The role emphasizes ADLs, meal support, documentation, and timely communication with the RN Case Manager, while maintaining infection control and client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Completes approved HHA training and competency testing.
• Maintains CPR/First Aid certification current.
• Reads and follows Plan of Care and documents care accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, and ambulation.
• Provide meals, feeding support, and diet adherence per POC.
• Maintain safety: turning, repositioning, infection control, and device handling as directed.
• Document care, vital signs, intake/output, and report changes promptly.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Approved HHA training program

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides essential personal care and supportive services under the supervision of the RN Case Manager or designated administrator. The HHA works closely with clients and families to promote safety, comfort, and independence while strictly adhering to the established Plan of Care (POC).

Key ResponsibilitiesClient Care & Support

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including:
• Bathing (bed bath, shower, or tub)
• Dressing and grooming
• Toileting
• Transfers and ambulation (bed, wheelchair, automobile, etc.)
• Turning and repositioning bedridden clients to prevent pressure injuries
• Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding support according to dietary guidelines in the Plan of Care
• Empty catheter and colostomy bags and accurately document output (without changing tubing or placement)
• Change bed linens and assist with laundering soiled clothing
• Perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment
• Accompany clients to appointments and errands, providing transportation and companionship
• Engage clients in recreational and social activities such as walking, reading, and conversation
• Provide emotional support to clients and families

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately document client care, condition, progress, and concerns
• Complete all required documentation on the same day services are provided
• Record vital signs, meal consumption, fluid intake, and urine/bowel output as directed
• Promptly report any changes in client condition to the RN Case Manager or administrator
• Immediately report any client hospitalization (care is paused until further direction)

Safety & Professional Standards

• Follow the HHA Plan of Care at all times
• Maintain infection control standards and safe home practices
• Recognize emergencies and follow agency protocols
• Protect client confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
• Practice strictly within the HHA scope of practice
• Respect clients’ Bill of Rights
• Comply with the company’s zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy
• Participate in weekly training or continuing education sessions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of an approved HHA training program
• Completion of required competency testing
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• TB screening within the past year
• Clear state background check
• Reliable transportation with valid auto insurance
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions

What We Value

• Compassion and empathy
• Professional integrity
• Accountability
• Clear communication
• Commitment to safety
• Respect for every client’s dignity and independence

Why Join Remain at Home?

• Meaningful one-on-one client relationships
• Supportive RN supervision
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A workplace culture built on respect and teamwork

At Unifi Healthcare, we are reimagining what healthcare can be—accessible, compassionate, and truly patient-centered. Our mission is to deliver a seamless, personalized experience that empowers individuals and supports them through their healthcare journey, helping people live longer, safer lives in the comfort of their own homes. Through our growing network of services and partners, we are building a model that reduces complexity, supports caregivers, and reimagines how at home healthcare is delivered across the U.S.