Respite Care/Home Health Aide

Saratoga Ascend; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Respite Care/Home Health Aide to assist residents in Kissimmee, FL, in daily activities, basic medical tasks, and mobility support. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care within a regulated environment.

The candidate should have 2+ years in special needs care or a related credential (CNA/LPN/RN) with current CPR/First Aid, TB clearance, and the ability to pass background checks, ensuring safe and compliant home health services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care or relevant degree/certification.
• 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 (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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic demeanor

Effective communication

Education

CNA

LPN

RN

Job description

Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Kissimmee, FL .

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.