Per Diem Home Health Aide — Compassionate Care & Benefits

Optum; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Home Health Aide to provide hands-on personal care in patients' homes, supporting comfort, dignity, and daily functioning under supervision of licensed staff.

You will perform ADL support, assist with meals, light housekeeping, and document changes in patient condition, while following individualized care plans and infection control policies to ensure safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant per state requirements.
• CNA experience within the last two years; if more, complete a training program before providing services.
• Must pass the care center's competency program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
• Assists patient with bed mobility, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.
• Prepares and assists with meals.
• Performs light homemaking and environmental services.
• Observes, reports, and documents changes in patient status.
• Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and safety measures.
• Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed by nurse or therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA experience within the last two yrs

Current CPR certification

Driver's License

Education

Current state certification as a nurse assistant

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Home Health Aide to provide hands-on personal care in patients' homes, supporting comfort, dignity, and daily functioning under supervision of licensed staff.

You will perform ADL support, assist with meals, light housekeeping, and document changes in patient condition, while following individualized care plans and infection control policies to ensure safety and quality of care.