Home Health Aide CNA PRN

Amedisys, Inc.; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with telehealth

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with match

Family support benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Amedisys, Inc. is seeking a Home Health Aide to provide per diem daytime visits to patients in their homes. You will perform routine clinical and daily living tasks to support patient comfort and recovery.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to care plans, and collaboration with nurses and therapists. Per diem schedule offers flexibility within a home health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certification and CPR required.
• Must pass the competency program for the care center.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
• Assists patient with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Prepares and provides meals or assists with meal prep.
• Performs light homemaking and environmental tasks.
• Observes and reports changes in patient status.
• Recognizes emergencies and follows procedures.
• Adheres to infection prevention and safety policies.
• Assists with prescribed exercises as directed.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Infection control

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Shift:Per Diem Days

Adult Home Health Visits

Competitive Pay

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys Home Health Aide

Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

What's in it for you

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

*Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.

• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.

• Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.

• Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals.

• Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.

• Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status.

• Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated.

• Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy.

• Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures.

• Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care.

• Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.

• CNA experience within the last two years. If it has been more than two years, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services.

• Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center.

• Current CPR certification.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.