Home Health Aide

VNS Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,863 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit home health organization is looking for compassionate Certified Home Health Aides to provide personal care and support in clients' homes. Candidates should have completed an approved HHA Training Program and be able to perform various tasks, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with personal hygiene. This role offers a pay range of $19.50 - $22.00 per hour and emphasizes teamwork in delivering quality care.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of HHA Training Program or equivalent.
• Ability to read at a sixth-grade level.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support, including ambulation and transfers.
• Monitor vital signs and report client conditions.
• Assist with personal hygiene, nutrition, and light housekeeping.

Skills

Compassion

Patient care

Communication

Basic math skills

Education

Completion of New York State Health Department approved HHA Training Program

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to restoring the health and well-being of clients? Look no further – VNS Health Personal Care is seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides like you

What You Will Do

• Provide personal care and support, including ambulation, transfers, ostomy care, and assistance with medical equipment and self-administered medication.
• Monitor vital signs, observe and report client conditions, and adhere to infection control practices.
• Assist with personal hygiene, nutrition, fluid intake, and light housekeeping.
• Ensures client rights and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department approved HHA Training Program or Equivalency.
• Sixth (6) grade reading comprehension level.
• Writing and math skill level to the extent necessary for the successful and safe performance of required job functions.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Physical Requirements

• Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting adult clients.
• Standing and walking for extensive periods, as well as bending and climbing stairs.
• Commonly lifts, carries, and maneuvers items weighing more than 50 lbs.

Compensation

• $19.50 - $22.00 per hour