Bayhealth, Inc. – Per Diem Certified Home Health Aide
Bayhealth, Inc. is hiring a Per Diem Certified Home Health Aide. Responsibilities include providing personal care services, observing patients, and documenting care.
Base Pay Range
$30.00/hr – $33.00/hr (actual pay will be based on skills and experience – discuss with recruiter)
Responsibilities
- Provide hands‑on personal care such as bathing, oral hygiene, and changing bed linens.
- Assist patients with dressing, toileting, and skin care.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the patient’s living area.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals, and assist in feeding if necessary.
- Take and record vital signs when ordered.
- Aid in ambulation, exercise, and range‑of‑motion exercises as directed.
- Assist with medication administration and laundry.
- Ensure patient safety and proper equipment usage.
- Report patient condition and changes to the assigned nurse.
- Collaborate as part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Adhere to organization’s documentation and care procedures, and uphold professional standards.
Qualifications
- Preferably registered on the Home Care Aide Registry through the Department of Social Services, Home Care Services Bureau.
- Minimum age requirement of 18.
- Proficiency in reading and following written instructions, and documenting care.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated empathy for the needs of patients.
- Current CPR certification.
- Exhibit tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and good working condition.
- Strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent organizational, time‑management, and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in communication and computer usage.
- High attention to detail.
- 401(k) matching.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care