What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide (HHA) - NILES IL position at Caring Hands?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to provide personalized in-home healthcare services to our clients. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living activities, enabling individuals to remain in the comfort of their homes.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Provide meal preparation and feeding assistance
- Perform light housekeeping tasks and laundry
- Help with mobility and physical therapy exercises
- Monitor vital signs and medication reminders
- Offer companionship and emotional support to clients
- Document care provided and report any changes in the client's condition
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in home care or related field preferred
- Knowledge of patient care techniques and procedures
- Ability to follow care plans and communicate effectively with clients and their families
- Experience with long-term care, catheter care, dementia care, and medical records is a plus
- Understanding of senior care needs and home community care practices
Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to enhancing the quality of life for our clients through exceptional home health services. Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
Assisting with personal hygiene
Assisting with ambulation and exercise
Assisting with medications that are ordinarily self-administered (as allowed according to state regulations)
Providing nutritional support as needed
Other supportive tasks as assigned
Environmental support as needed
Provide personal care and emotional comfort to assist the patient toward independent living in a safe environment.
The performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapeutic services
Household services essential to health care at home
Reporting changes in the patient's condition and needs to the registered nurse or the appropriate therapist
Completion of appropriate records
Taking and recording of patient’s TPR
Incorporate and maintain agency’s "Code of Conduct" and Corporate Compliance Program initiatives into all elements of assigned duties and tasks.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
Work setting:
- In-person
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CNA (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Niles, IL (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Niles, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30