What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Duty HHA - Home Health Aide position at Empath Health?
Home Health Aide (HHA) – PRN
Empath Personal Care, a part of Empath Health, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aides (PRN) to serve patients in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, & Sarasota within their homes. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver personalized, high-quality care while enjoying the flexibility of PRN scheduling and the support of a trusted, mission-driven organization. This position offers Competitive Pay on a weekly basis.
What You’ll Do
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Provide compassionate personal care and assistance with daily living activities to patients in their homes.
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Support patients’ comfort, dignity, and independence through individualized care.
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated service.
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Observe and report changes in patient condition to the appropriate clinical staff.
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Travel within the assigned service area to deliver care as scheduled.
Why Join Empath Health?
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Fair, Competitive Pay: Your work has value, and we reward it.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement with company match.
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Time to Recharge: Over five weeks of paid time off plus wellness programs.
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Growth That Lasts: Advance through education, training, and tuition reimbursement.
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A Mission That Matters: Join a team built on kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You’ll Need
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Valid Florida Board of Nursing certification (CNA License) or HHA Certification.
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CPR certification (in-house classes available if needed).
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Minimum of six (6) months of healthcare or home health experience preferred.
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Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to communicate effectively in English and operate a motor vehicle within the service area.
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Valid Florida Driver License and proof of auto insurance.
What You’ll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.