Home Health Aide - Amedisys
Portland, ME
About the Job
Part Time, Weekdays (Days are flexible), Daytime hours
Territory: Portland, ME and surrounding areas
Maine CNA License required
Range: $20.00/hr to $25.00/hr
Are you a compassionate home health aide (HHA) looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted h ome health and hospice companies in the U . S.
Enjoy many perks and benefits
A full benefits package (with affordable health insurance options).
- 401k with a match.
- Up to $500 in wellness rewards and up to $1,200 in free healthcare services paid for by Amedisys yearly.
- Mental health support.
- Infertility coverage, adoption reimbursement and paid parental leave.
- Back up child and elder care (at participating locations).
- Fleet vehicle program (for full-time caregivers meeting certain requirements).
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Student loan counseling, tuition reimbursement and refinancing.
- And more.
What's in it for you
Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
- Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.
Don't just take it from us - see what our caregivers love about Amedisys:
"I have worked here just shy of a year and it's the best job I've ever had! We have an awesome team and administration is very supportive. I never felt so appreciated. Your time off is really yours." - Amedisys c aregiver
Why Amedisys
Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.
Responsibilities
Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.
Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals.
Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.
Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status.
Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated.
Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy.
Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures.
Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care.
Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.
CNA experience within the last two years. If it has been more than two years, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services.
Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center.
Current CPR certification.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills , and experience.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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