Home Health Aide, $2,500 Sign On Bonus!

Amedisys is one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S., offering flexibility, purpose, and growth to help patients heal at home.

Pay

• $26.00/hr to $28.00/hr
• $2,500 sign-on bonus

Schedule

• Full time
• Weekdays, day shift only

Responsibilities

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment
• Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting
• Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals
• Performs light homemaking and other environmental services
• Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status
• Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated
• Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy
• Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste, and safety measures
• Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care
• Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• New York State Driver's License and reliable transportation
• New York State Home Health Aide Certification, with documented work experience within the last 2 years
• Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements
• CNA experience within the last two years (if more than two years, must complete another training and competency program before providing services)
• Must successfully pass the competency program of the care center
• Current CPR certification

Benefits

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth
• Paid time off
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities (use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets, and more)
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program
• 401(k) with a company match
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave
• Mileage reimbursement

Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.