Job Description
Make a Meaningful Impact in the Lives of Others
CareBridge Support Services is currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Home Health Aide to join our high-performing team in Houston, Texas. If you have a passion for improving the quality of life for seniors and individuals recovering at home, we want to meet you. We pride ourselves on providing top-tier patient care and offer a supportive, family-oriented culture.
CareBridge Support Services is currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Home Health Aide to join our high-performing team in Houston, Texas. If you have a passion for improving the quality of life for seniors and individuals recovering at home, we want to meet you. We pride ourselves on providing top-tier patient care and offer a supportive, family-oriented culture.
Responsibilities
- Personal Care Assistance: Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
- Medication Management: Remind patients to take prescribed medications on time and report any adverse reactions or missed doses to the nursing supervisor immediately.
- Companionship & Engagement: Provide emotional support, engage patients in conversation, and facilitate social activities to reduce isolation and improve mental well-being.
- Vital Signs Monitoring: Accurately measure and record patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and temperature.
- Household Support: Assist with light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and laundry to ensure a safe and clean living environment for the patient.
- Transportation & Errands: Accompany patients to medical appointments, therapy sessions, and social outings, or run errands as requested.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record system.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Active and valid Texas Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license required.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification.
- Experience: Previous experience in home health, long-term care, or geriatric care is highly preferred.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, bend, stand, and walk for extended periods; ability to assist with patient transfers.
- Driving: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable personal transportation.
- Interpersonal: A kind, patient, and empathetic demeanor with a strong desire to help others.