CNA/HHA- Private Duty- Martin County

Lifecare Home Health Family•Stuart, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Home Health Aides provide compassionate care to patients in their homes, supporting independence and assisting with activities of daily living. The role includes observing patients’ physical and mental condition, monitoring vital signs, providing personal care, and helping with household tasks. Home Health Aides contribute to each patient’s Plan of Care, communicate with the care team and family members, and help preserve patients’ comfort and dignity at home.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Home Health Aide Certificate or similar certification in good standing from an accredited training course that meets Health and Human Services standards.
At least one year of experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant (CNA).
Strong written and verbal English-language skills.
Active CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Relationship management and ability to influence behaviors.
Knowledge of the healthcare environment and regulatory requirements.
Excellent procedural skills and clean/sterile technique.
Strong assessment skills.
Physical stamina.
Knowledge of evidence-based practice, patient safety, and quality.
Professionalism, high emotional intelligence, and collaborative communication.
Autonomy and ability to self-start.
Utmost ethical standards and superior personal hygiene and presentation.

Responsibilities

Support the patient’s Plan of Care by monitoring and recording their condition, providing personal services, and teaching family members.
Observe and assess patients’ physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise; perform assessments and collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Promote continuity of care through effective communication and partnership with the designated Care Team.
Provide housekeeping, laundry, shopping, other household assistance, and prepare and serve meals and snacks.
Provide personal care as needed, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Teach family members appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient.
Address family members’ concerns and questions and educate them about the patient’s treatment and aftercare needs.
Record patient information in the EMR system and notify branch leadership of changes or unusual conditions.
Take ownership of assigned work and explore opportunities to add value to the agency’s services.
Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families if assigned.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following asepsis and universal precaution controls during client care.
Follow professional standards, home care policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Maintain the Agency’s and licensing board’s mandatory continuing education requirements (CEUs).