Reports To: Registered Nurse (RN) or Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) provides compassionate, high-quality care to patients
in their homes under the supervision of a licensed nurse or healthcare professional. The CHHA
assists with personal care, daily living activities, and ensures a safe and supportive environment
for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral care.
• Support mobility, including transferring, positioning, and ambulation.
• Help with toileting, incontinence care, and changing linens as needed.
• Monitor and report changes in the patient’s condition, behavior, or environment to the supervising nurse.

Daily Living Activities:

• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements or restrictions.
• Provide assistance with feeding if necessary.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, dishwashing, and tidying patient areas.

Health Support:

• Remind patients to take medications as prescribed (under supervision).
• Monitor vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration (if within scope of practice).
• Assist with prescribed exercises or therapy routines as directed by healthcare professionals.

Emotional and Social Support:

• Offer companionship and engage patients in meaningful conversations and activities.
• Provide emotional support and encourage independence when possible.
• Assist with shopping, errands, and accompanying patients to medical appointments when approved.

Safety and Documentation:

• Maintain a safe environment by identifying and minimizing risks in the home.
• Follow infection control protocols and hygiene standards.
• Document care provided and communicated regularly with the care team.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certification in the state of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions from supervising healthcare professionals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, and perform caregiving duties.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
• Bilingual capabilities are a plus.

Work Environment:

• Primarily works in patient homes, requiring travel between locations.
• Must adhere to safety standards and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed.

Core Competencies:

• Compassionate care and respect for patient dignity.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a care team.
• Reliability, professionalism, and ethical conduct.