Home Health Aide

Competitive Pay, Overtime accepted, Performance based pay increase after probate period.

Oak Ridge, TN

A leading provider of home health care services is looking for Home Health Aide's to join our growing team! The Home Health Aide will play a vital role in allowing our aging population to stay comfortably in their home. The ideal candidate for this opportunity will be kind and compassionate with a desire to help people. We have day and night shifts available!

The Home Health Aide will be responsible for:

· Serving as a companion to clients

· Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.

· Managing medication and assessing effectiveness of current medication regimen

· Preparing meals

· Assisting in daily household tasks as needed

· Tending to personal hygiene needs

· Providing bathing and dressing assistance

· Assisting with patient transfer

· Shopping and running errands as needed

· Communicating with the clients family/friends regarding care needs

· Following patient care plan

The Home Health Aide will excel with:

· Caregiving experience preferred

· Experience with Alzheimer's or dementia care preferred

· Valid drivers license and reliable transportation required

· Proven reliability with an excellent work ethic

· Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time

· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance

· Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening skills

· The ability to provide care across a variety of settings

· Empathy and the ability to care for the clients social, emotional, physical, and mental needs

· Ability to stay calm and diffuse stressful or uncomfortable situations

· An understanding of what to do in an emergency

· Training in any special areas of care you provide

The Home Health Aide will be rewarded with:

· Competitive Hourly Pay, Dependent on Experience

· Performance based pay increase after probate period

· Incentive bonus opportunities!

· Referral bonuses available!

· Comprehensive benefits

o Medical

o Dental

o Vision

· Life insurance

· Short Term Disability