Home Health Aide — Part-Time with $2,500 Sign-On

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Wellness rewards

Free healthcare services

Mental health support

Parental leave

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan counseling

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) for part-time day visits to join our team. You will provide essential in-home care to patients, including vital signs, daily living assistance, and support to maintain independence at home.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, current CNA certification, recent CNA experience, CPR certification, and ability to pass the center's competency program. Amedisys offers a strong benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current state certification as a nurse assistant.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Compassionate care

Education

Nurse Assistant Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Amedisys is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) for part-time day visits to join our team. You will provide essential in-home care to patients, including vital signs, daily living assistance, and support to maintain independence at home.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, current CNA certification, recent CNA experience, CPR certification, and ability to pass the center's competency program. Amedisys offers a strong benefits package and growth opportunities.