Home Health Aide LaPorte

Altra Homecare Group; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Flexible schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Altra Home Health is seeking caring CNAs and HHAs to provide essential personal care in patients' homes. You will assist with daily activities, monitor health, support mobility, and document care while upholding privacy and infection control protocols.

Requirements include age 18+, a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and ideally 1 year of experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, weekly pay, overtime and holiday pay, plus direct deposit.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance required.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and accurately document care provided.
• Current CPR certification.
• Willingness to comply with all State and Federal training requirements.
• CNAs may be hired as Home Health Aides and perform the same duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient laundry as needed.
• Provide friendly medication reminders.
• Help ensure patient safety at all times.
• Report significant changes in a patient's condition to supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding as required.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Support patients with ambulation.
• Guide patients through range of motion exercises and simple physical activities.
• Keep thorough documentation and follow all care protocols.
• Uphold privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer hands-on bathing assistance.
• Handle light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide companionship, including letter-writing and reading.

Skills

Compassionate care

Documentation

Patient safety

Mobility assistance

Range of motion exercises

CPR certified

Job description

Job Title:

Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

About Us:

Altra Home Health is built on a team-based approach that delivers personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs. As a community-focused, personal service agency, we're committed to supporting the health, comfort, and independence of our patients right in their own homes. Our patient-first philosophy is rooted in strong, trusting relationships and fuels our drive to consistently meet—and exceed—the expectations of those we serve.

What We're Looking For:

Altra Home Health is seeking caring and dependable professionals to join our team as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) and Home Health Aides (HHA). In this role, you'll provide essential personal care that supports the daily needs, comfort, and well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient laundry when needed.
• Provide friendly medication reminders.
• Help ensure patient safety at all times.
• Promptly report significant changes in a patient's condition to their supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding when required.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Support patients with ambulation.
• Guide patients through range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities.
• Keep thorough documentation and follow all care protocols.
• Uphold privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer hands-on bathing assistance.
• Handle light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide meaningful companionship, including letter-writing and reading.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance required.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and accurately document care provided.
• Current CPR certification.
• Willingness to comply with all State and Federal training requirements.
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) may be hired as Home Health Aides and will perform the same essential job functions.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Competitive weekly pay ($15–$18/hr).
• Overtime pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Direct Deposit.