Respite & Home Health Aide — Compassionate Care

Saratoga Ascend; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Medical (DBA Saratoga Ascend) is hiring a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Fort Walton Beach, FL to provide compassionate, hands-on support to individuals with daily care and medical needs. The role involves assisting with feeding, dressing, hygiene, mobility; administering medications and operating medical equipment; and maintaining documentation while coordinating with families and care teams.

Qualifications include at least 2 years in special needs care (or CNA/LPN/RN), current CPR

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.

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

Medical equipment operation

Education

CNA

LPN

RN

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Saratoga Medical (DBA Saratoga Ascend) is hiring a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Fort Walton Beach, FL to provide compassionate, hands-on support to individuals with daily care and medical needs. The role involves assisting with feeding, dressing, hygiene, mobility; administering medications and operating medical equipment; and maintaining documentation while coordinating with families and care teams.

Qualifications include at least 2 years in special needs care (or CNA/LPN/RN), current CPR