Home Health Aide

Home Health Aide (HHA)At Ardent Home Health and Hospice, our patients and their loved ones are the center of our work. Our team of professionals has a passion for providing superior, thoughtful care, and works to improve the quality of life for our patients, their loved ones, and caregivers by creating an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all.At Ardent, our culture is nurtured by our core values: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Loving One Another, Intelligent Risk, Customer Second, and Ownership. Your growth is important to us. We set individual and team goals to ensure that we continue to grow together and serve our patients & their families at the highest standard.Join a dynamic company that believes in a team approach and focuses on doing what is best for our patients. As a Home Health Aide (HHA) with Ardent, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while receiving strong compensation and excellent benefits.Job SummaryThe Home Health Aide (HHA) is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient's needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing patients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities of the home health aide include, but are not limited to, the following:Providing personal care including: Baths, Back rubs, Oral hygiene, Shampoos, Changing bed linen, Assisting patients with dressing and undressing, Nail & Skin care to prevent breakdown, Assisting the patient with toileting activities, Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate.Planning 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).Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication.Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.).Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.QualificationsActive CA Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) license through the Department of Public Health.A minimum of one year of patient care experience; preferable in the Home Health setting.Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.Pay Range: $18 - $25 per hour