Home Health Aide (PRN)

Alivia Care At Home; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alivia Care At Home in Florida is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to provide personal care and in-home support for patients in their homes and care settings. You will assist with hygiene, daily living tasks, safety monitoring, and light household duties per care plans.

This role emphasizes comfort, dignity, confidentiality, infection control, and collaboration with RNs and care teams; prior CNA experience and CPR/BLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of home health aide practices and safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors and react appropriately in emergencies.
• Strong confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Basic computer literacy for EMR entries.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care as outlined in care plan.
• Provide light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
• Offer emotional support to patients and families.
• Observe and report changes in physical or emotional status to the RN.

Skills

Home health aide practices

Effective communication

Emergency response

Confidentiality and ethics

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Home Health Aide provides personal care and support to patients in their homes or care settings. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, daily living tasks, safety monitoring, and household chores as defined in individualized care plans. This role promotes comfort, hygiene, safety, and emotional well-being while maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to all organizational and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care as outlined in care plan
• Provide light housekeeping and laundry tasks
• Offer emotional support to patients and families
• Observe and report changes in physical or emotional status to the RN
• Identify and report safety hazards
• Maintain accurate records in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Attend staff meetings and complete required training
• Communicate patient-related information effectively to care team
• Follow infection control, HIPAA, OSHA, and company confidentiality policies
• Respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Knowledge of home health aide practices, medical equipment use and safety precautions
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors and react appropriately in emergencies
• Strong confidentiality and ethical standards
• Basic computer literacy

Experience

• 6 months' experience providing in-home patient care preferred
• 1+ year experience working with frail or elderly individuals preferred

License / Certification

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Florida.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid Florida driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Reliable transportation and current auto insurance

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Other Requirements

• TB test and immunization records (or declinations) for Hepatitis B and flu
• Level II background screening and drug test
• Availability of one or more active phone numbers for contact

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.