Home Health Aide in the Gainesville area

Ovation Home Care

Gainesville, FL

$15 to $17 Hourly
Paid Time Off
Part-Time

Job Description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance
Flexible schedule
Paid time off

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 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 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