Home Health Aide

Responsibilities

• Helping patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and other daily tasks.
• Performing basic health care services for patients, including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication.
• Helping with general light housekeeping.
• Making transportation arrangements as needed.
• Working with a nurse, personal care aide, CNA, nurse aide, nursing assistant, and other caregivers and in-home care professionals.
• Observing and reporting on patient’s condition.
• Keeping up with in-service training.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to provide references.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Have good personal hygiene.
• Able to do light housekeeping.
• Certified home health aide (CHHA) preferred.
• State-approved training, as well as CPR and first aid certification.
• Available to work irregular hours, including night shift, weekends, and holidays.
• Extensive experience in supervising and assisting clients, as well as engaging them in suitable activities.
• Experience in monitoring clients’ conditions and administering prescribed medications.
• Able to perform basic housekeeping tasks, prepare meals, and run errands.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, a caring approach, and physical fitness.
• Able to ensure clients’ safety and provide comfort.