Home Health Aide in the Gainesville area

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Signing bonus

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

We are looking for a Home Health Aid to join our team! You will directly work with clients, following a one-on-one care plan in patients' homes.
You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care, but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus. Please note that all applicants will undergo a Level II Background Screening, which you can learn more about at https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/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

Qualifications:

• 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 drivers 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