Respite Care/Home Health Aide

Saratoga Ascend; La Vista (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Respite Care/Home Health Aide to support individuals in La Vista, Nebraska. This role focuses on daily living activities, medical support, and compassionate care in a home health setting.

Applicants should have caregiving experience (or relevant CNA/LPN/RN certification), CPR and First Aid, and be able to maintain accurate records and communicate clearly with families and care teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care or an equivalent certification.

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 effectively with families and care teams.
• Ensure safety and compliance with all regulations.

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

CNA/LPN/RN certification

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Saratoga Medical (DBA Saratoga Ascend) is hiring a Respite Care/Home Health Aide at La Vista, NE. This is a great opportunity for someone with healthcare or caregiving experience to provide compassionate, hands-on support to individuals with daily care and medical needs.

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.