Certified Home Health Aide

Elara Caring • Dexter, MO

5d

About The Position

At Elara Caring, the Certified Home Health Aide helps deliver compassionate home care and supports the company’s mission to provide the right care, at the right time, in the right place. The aide provides hands-on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, follows each patient's individualized care plan, and helps patients with daily activities and safe mobility. The role also involves monitoring and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment, and documenting care while protecting patient privacy.

Requirements

• Current state certification as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Aide.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record, or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other daily activities.
• Take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
• Help patients safely walk, transfer, and use mobility equipment.
• Follow each patient's individualized care plan.
• Monitor and report changes in a patient's condition to the care team.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
• Remind patients to take medications as directed.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and follow safety and infection control guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation, protect patient privacy, and participate in required training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed