Home Health Aide

Ellis House LLC (Home Care); Olney (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

Ellis House LLC (Home Care) is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide in Olney, Maryland. You will provide one-on-one care to patients in their homes, maintaining a safe and supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, cleaning, and maintaining patient records. Applicants should have a High School diploma, certification from a Home Health Aide program, and prior experience is preferred. Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling offered.

Qualifications

• Must have one year prior professional experience.
• Driver’s license and CPR certification are required.

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 to the supervisor.
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud.
• Give medications and medication reminders.
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work 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 OR medication reminders
• 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