Respite Care/Home Health Aide

Saratoga Ascend; Fort Knox (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Medical has a wonderful opportunity for a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Fort Knox, KY. You will support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility, and assist with medications and specialized medical equipment.

You will care for individuals with complex medical needs, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate effectively with families and care teams while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in special needs care or relevant CNA/LPN/RN credential.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• TB test clearance and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility.
• Administer medications and operate specialized medical equipment.
• Provide care for individuals with complex medical conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with families and care teams.
• Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

CNA/LPN/RN experience

CPR/First Aid certified

Empathy & communication

Background check clearance

Job description

Saratoga Medical has a wonderful opportunity for a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Fort Knox, KY.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility
• Administer medications and operate specialized medical equipment (e.g., feeding pumps, suction devices)
• Provide care for individuals with complex medical conditions
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with families and care teams
• Ensure safety and compliance with all regulations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care (or relevant degree/certification: CNA, LPN, RN)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• TB test clearance and ability to pass background checks
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, empathetic demeanor

Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discharge, compensation or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, religion, color, age (over age 39), sex, national origin, or on the basis of disability if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job, with a reasonable accommodation if necessary.