Certified Home Health Aide

Certified Home Health AideAre you looking for a career where the work you do truly matters — where you can make a meaningful difference in people's lives every day? Search no further. We believe that when we take care of our team, they can provide the best care to our patients — that's why we invest in your well-being, growth, and success: Your happiness is our happiness — we offer the following benefits for full-time positions:Dynamic, team-oriented work environmentStrong, supportive company cultureGrowth and development opportunitiesFlexible schedulesMedical, dental, and vision insuranceMileage reimbursement at current federal rateCompany vehicle when eligiblePTO, paid holidays, and sick days401(k)And more!Compassionate Care currently has six office locations (Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, San Luis Obispo, and Bakersfield) and serves ten counties in California (Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Kern, and San Luis Obispo). We are grounded in a culture of respect, compassion, and clinical excellence, recognizing that our employees are the heart of everything we do. Our team stays because they feel supported, valued, and fulfilled by the meaningful impact they make in our patients' lives every day. We are seeking career-driven professionals who want stability, growth, and advancement based on merit and performance. Our diverse team reflects the communities we serve and shares a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care with heart. Join a team where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day.We are currently seeking to fill the Certified Home Health Aide position for Merced County including all surrounding areas.Responsibilities of the home health aide include, but are not limited to, the following:Providing personal care including:BathsBack rubsOral hygieneShampoosChanging bed linenAssisting patients with dressing and undressingSkin care to prevent breakdownAssisting the patient with toileting activitiesKeeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriatePlanning and preparing nutritious meals.Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).Certified Home Health Aide:Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).Assisting patients in the self-administration of medication.Doing the patient's laundry, as appropriate.Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.).Reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.Position qualifications:Meets the training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws.At least 18 years of age.Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.Possess and maintains current CPR certification.Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.Compensation: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour