Home Health Aide

Ellis House LLC (Home Care); Poolesville (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

Ellis House LLC (Home Care) in Poolesville, Maryland is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to provide personalized care to patients in their homes. The ideal candidate will assist with daily activities, maintain accurate records, and build genuine relationships with those they serve. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Home Health Aide program, a high school diploma or GED, a driver’s license and CPR certification. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. Flexible scheduling and competitive compensation are offered.

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.

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.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

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