Non-Medical Home Health Aide-Portage County, Ohio
About The Position
The Home Health Aide provides non-medical home healthcare in client homes as a representative of Aluma Home Care, with RN supervision. The role supports clients in remaining at home by monitoring and recording their condition, providing personal care and household assistance, and teaching clients and families. Aides generally work independently and are expected to balance sound judgment and initiative with company policies. The aide helps maintain client dignity and independence by involving the client in the Care Plan and supporting activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. The role also requires maintaining a safe working environment and responding with sound judgment in emergency situations.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license or state ID.
- Ability to work independently.
- One year of direct caregiving experience, or a current HHA, CNA, or STNA certification issued less than two years ago.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
Responsibilities
- Observe clients’ physical and mental status and monitor their condition.
- Provide housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, meal and snack preparation and service, and errands.
- Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal services.
- Teach clients how to use canes, walkers, special eating utensils, and personal-hygiene techniques or equipment.
- Teach family members appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition clients, and advise them on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping.
- Record client information in the client journal or care log and notify the nursing supervisor of changes or unusual conditions.
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy client environment by following company procedures and prescribed dietary and nutrition requirements.
- Follow professional standards, home care policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
- Involve clients in the Care Plan to support healthy living, dignity, and independence.
- Maintain a safe working environment and use sound judgment in emergency situations.
- Check the work schedule regularly and come to the office to sign a new contract if availability changes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
