Home Health Aide

Optum Largo, MD 20774, US

$14 - $24.65 / hour

Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Home Health Aide you will provide hands-on personal care and assistance to patients in their residences, supporting comfort, dignity, and daily functioning. Your role assists with activities of daily living under the supervision of licensed clinical staff while adhering to individualized care plans. As the Home Health Aide you will play an important role in promoting patient safety, independence, and overall quality of life.

Primary 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

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements
Current CPR certification
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
Ability to successfully pass the competency program of the care center
Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $24.65 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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