Careers

Key Responsibilities

• Performing basic housekeeping chores, such as vacuuming, doing laundry, dusting and washing dishes
• Grocery shopping and preparing meals, according to clients’ preferences and individual dietary needs and restrictions
• Assisting with daily living tasks, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and feeding
• Checking patient vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature
• Scheduling medical appointments and providing transportation services as needed
• Providing companionship through conversation and activities
• Keeping accurate records of services performed, patients’ health status and hours worked
• Medication reminders
• Monitor health conditions, report changes to supervisors

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Certifications: Active CNA license or state-approved HHA certificate.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients.
• Soft Skills: Compassion, patience, strong communication, and dependability.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of infection control, safety, and hygiene

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Administer medications, perform wound care, monitor vital signs,O2saturation, blood pressure, heart rate), and perform injections or blood draws.
• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patient health status regularly, documenting and reporting any significant changes to doctors or RN supervisors.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely medical records of all care provided.
• Education: Instruct patients and caregivers on disease management, medication adherence, and safety measures.
• Coordination: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (physicians, physical therapists, social workers) to implement and update the plan of care.
• Support: Prov
• Ide emotional support and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Licensure: Active, RN or LPN license in the state of practice.
• Experience: Prior experience in home health, acute care, or skilled nursing preferred.
• Skills: Strong assessment, wound care, and communication skills; ability to work independently.
• Attributes: High empathy, patience, and the ability to remain calm in emergencies.
• Logistics: Reliable transportation and, often, a valid driver’s license