Job Description
Job DescriptionHome Health Aide
Location: Hampden, ME, 04294
Work Location: In-person (Home Health)
Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aides to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. As a Home Health Aide, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with healthcare professionals.
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Prepare meals and ensure clients receive nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs.
- Perform patient observation to monitor changes in health status and report any concerns to healthcare providers.
- Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Maintain cleanliness in the client's living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
- Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments, ensuring safety and promoting cognitive engagement.
- Administer CPR if necessary and assist with catheter care as required by the clients health plan.
Requirements
- Previous experience in home health care or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
- Strong observational skills to effectively monitor patient conditions.
- Ability to perform meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning duties.
- Knowledge of hospice care principles is a plus.
- Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
- Compassionate demeanor with excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and families.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Medical Specialty
- Home Health