Home Health Aide in the Gainesville area

Ovation Home Care•Gainesville, FL

36d

About The Position

It is essential to approach your work with compassion, as you will provide attentive care while building meaningful relationships with those you serve. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to creating a healthy environment that meets patients' needs are essential.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program OR able to pass the Florida Home Health Aide competency test that we will administer prior to your interview.
High School Diploma or GED
>Five years prior experience in senior caregiving
Valid driver’s license
Proof of auto insurance with your name on the policy
Proof of current CPR certification (Valid means the CPR course was certified by the American Heart Association and includes in-person validation of your skills)
Ability to pass AHCA background screening

Responsibilities

Assist patients with daily activities such as transferring in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
Care for clients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, preparing meals, or assisting with personal care
Maintain records of client care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor
Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
Give medication reminders
Engage patients in exercises or other activities