Compensation: $17.13-$19/HR DOE $250 sign-on bonus Essential Job Functions Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as: Basic first aid Taking weight and vital signs Catheter and bowel care, including I&O monitoring Range of motion exercises, exercises as assigned by a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and devices Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs Care for patient's special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks Help patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as: Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating Thorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, such as: Maintaining and completing the necessary patient/family and Company documentation records upon conclusion of each visit Observe and report significant changes in patient's condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor Provide hands-on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services. Other Skills/Abilities - Attention to detail - Time Management - Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution - Good organization and communication skills Physical Requirements - Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English - Must be able to travel - Must be able to lift 50 pounds - Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting - Must be able to sit and climb stairs - Must have visual and hearing acuity - Must have strong sense of smell and touch - Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance - Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport Environment - Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions - Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases Other Duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.