Home Health Aide

Ellis House LLC (Home Care); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

Ellis House LLC (Home Care) in Rockville, MD, seeks a dedicated Home Health Aide. In this role, you'll provide personalized care for patients in their homes, assisting with daily activities and maintaining a healthy environment. Ideal candidates should have graduated from a certified Home Health Aide program, possess a high school diploma or GED, have at least one year of related experience, and hold CPR certification. Flexible scheduling and a commitment to patient relationships are essential.

Qualifications

• One year prior professional experience in home health or hospice.
• Driver's license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Care for patients by maintaining their environment.
• Maintain records of patient care.
• Build relationships with patients.
• Give medications or reminders.
• Engage patients in exercises.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

High School Diploma or GED

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