Home Health Aide (HHA)

hcaoa-careers; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

hcaoa-careers is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to support clients in their homes in Bondville, VT. The role emphasizes patient comfort, daily living assistance, and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Applicants should have strong observational skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently. CPR certification is preferred, and prior home health exposure is valuable, with a focus on safety and dignity in care.

Qualifications

• Experience in home health care or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong observational skills to monitor patient conditions.
• Ability to perform meal preparation, laundry and light cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles is a plus.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Compassionate demeanor with excellent communication skills to interact with clients and families.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility.
• Prepare meals and ensure nutritious options tailored to dietary needs.
• Monitor health status and report changes to healthcare providers.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities.
• Maintain a clean living environment with light housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments.
• Administer CPR if necessary and assist with catheter care per health plan.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Communication skills

Observation skills

Reliability & punctuality

Independent work

Education

CPR certification

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Home Health Aide

Location

Bondville - VT - 05340

Work Location

In-person (Home Health)

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aides to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. As a Home Health Aide, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Duties

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Prepare meals and ensure clients receive nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs.
• Perform patient observation to monitor changes in health status and report any concerns to healthcare providers.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Maintain cleanliness in the client's living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments, ensuring safety and promoting cognitive engagement.
• Administer CPR if necessary and assist with catheter care as required by the client’s health plan.

Requirements

• Previous experience in home health care or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong observational skills to effectively monitor patient conditions.
• Ability to perform meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles is a plus.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Compassionate demeanor with excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and families.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Medical Specialty

• Home Health