STNA / Home Health Aide | Weekdays - PT or FT (Home Health Agency)

Minimum of 1 year paid experience in home care required (experience with a home health agency desired). STNA or CNA preferred; HHA, PCA, DSP/DODD with 2+ years caregiving experience also considered.

Location + Travel

Bowling Green, OH and surrounding areas in Wood County. Willingness to travel to/from clients in Bowling Green and throughout Wood County is required (30-45 minute radius). For additional hours, willingness to travel up to a 45-60 minute radius from your home is required, primarily in Marion and/or Richland County.

Employment Type

Part-Time or Full-Time available with a desire for long-term commitment (2+ years). Must be willing to start immediately with part-time hours (approx. 20+ hrs/wk). A 30-day build-up to additional part-time or full-time (32-40 hrs/wk) hours is available if desired.

Schedule

Immediate availability needed; requires weekday daytime schedule (exact start and end times are customizable). Additional case hours available for full-time employment on weekday, weekend, and hybrid schedules.

Pay

Starting pay rate: $15 - $19/hr. Pay rate based on certifications, experience, schedule and travel availability, work history, references, and overall fit.

Responsibilities

• Personal care, hygiene, and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including safe transfers and mobility/positioning support
• Support safe use of assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs, lifts) as needed
• Nutrition & meal/meal prep support
• Homemaking & environmental support (IADLs) including light housekeeping, errands, and tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Community engagement & appointment support, coordination, and (in approved situations) transportation
• Basic health and safety monitoring
• Care plan implementation
• Dementia & behavioral support (if applicable)
• Demonstrated ability to follow a written Plan of Care
• Pro-active observation and excellent electronic documentation
• Supporting client independence, safety, and confidentiality
• Professional, caring, and compassionate behavior to clients, client families, and peers/co-workers
• Total care team collaboration
• Ongoing training & certification requirements
• Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under direction and supervision of the therapist (e.g., range of motion exercises, assistance in ambulation or exercises)
• Performs personal care activities including bathing, shampooing, skin/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing
• Performs household services essential to healthcare at home (e.g., meal preparation/feeding, laundry, light housekeeping)
• Assists in the patient taking medications under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (opening containers or pill caddies, but not administering medications)
• Follows infection control policies, including proper hand washing techniques
• Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the Registered Nurse
• Documents care provided and completes required forms for client records
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients
• Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment
• Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team
• Treats patients and families with respect and maintains confidentiality
• Accepts and fulfills assignments with the agency
• Participates in required in-service programs to meet compliance requirements
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year paid in-home care or caregiving experience (agency experience desirable but not required)
• STNAs and CNAs highly desired (or HHA/PCA/DSP with 2+ years consistent experience)
• Exceptional on-time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid)
• Active CPR + FA certification and documentation of both
• Character traits: reliable, honest, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care and documentation), accountable, friendly, accommodating, respectful
• Willingness and ability to perform required physical demands (see below)
• Consent and ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints)
• 18 years or older with active Driver's License / State ID
• Reliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with G-tubes / feeding support
• Seizure protocols
• Behavioral health or crisis response
• High School diploma or GED
• Active STNA (State Tested Nurse Aide) or CNA certification, or previous home health aide certification
• Previous home health experience (1-3 years)
• Familiarity with Medicaid waiver services

Main Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, stopping/bending, infrequent squatting/kneeling, and balancing
• Weight handled: push/force required: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently
• Carry/lift: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently

Benefits

• Flexible shift times with reliable, consistent schedules that fit your lifestyle
• Weekly pay (on Fridays) including paid onboarding and training
• No requirements for on-call shifts, weekends, extensive travel distances, or overtime (when not desired)
• Friendly travel expectations: typical daily travel up to 30-minute client travel radius (from your home), up to 45- or 60-minute radius highly desired (not required)
• Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients
• Full-time employees eligible for qualifying health, dental, and vision coverage plans (for individual + dependent(s)/family)
• Generous employee referral bonuses and other company benefits and perks
• Unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria
• Monthly and quarterly incentives and recognition
• Growth opportunity support such as pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes