Benefits/Perks
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
- Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
- Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
- Engage patients in exercises or other activities
Qualifications
- Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
- High School Diploma or GED
- One year prior professional experience
- Driver’s license required
- CPR certification required
- Valid CHHA License/certification
About Newport Hospice
Empowering Patients
Newport Hospice believes in empowering patients to be active participants in their hospice and healthcare journey. We believe everyone deserves to have an honorable hospice experience creating an environment of respect, harmony, and comfort while giving the patient and there families the power to decide how they want to spend the rest of there lives.Our Team
Our team of compassionate physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, nurse aides, social workers, and chaplains have cared for thousands of patients and their families in their final season of life.
Newport Hospice serves patients and their loved ones in their own homes, or at their current place of residence. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and focuses on the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of patients and their families.