Home Health Aide

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Team

The Home Care and Hospice team provides compassionate, skilled care to patients in their homes, supporting comfort, dignity, and independence during recovery, illness, or end-of-life. This multidisciplinary team works closely to deliver individualized, patient-centered services.

Mission for Home Care/Hospice Aide

The Home Care/Hospice Aide provides compassionate, personalized care in the home setting by supporting patients' daily living needs, safety, and comfort under the guidance of licensed healthcare professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, mobility support, meal preparation, and hygiene assistance based on individualized care plans.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including universal precautions and environmental safety practices.
• Support daily living and promote independence through exercises, positioning, and use of assistive devices as directed.
• Report health observations and changes in condition to the Home Care team; maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings and required training; communicate with the team regarding scheduling and care updates.

Position Type

This is a part-time position working 8:00am - 4:30pm two days per week.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Minnesota driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Ideal Candidate

• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Previous Home Care/Hospice experience preferred.
• Follows instructions accurately and perform care tasks with precision.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with the healthcare team and clients.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation.
• Supports infection control and safety protocols consistently.
• Demonstrates reliability and responsiveness in home care settings.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize tasks.
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries with patients.

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-894-8524 or email humanresources@lakewoodhealthsystem.com.

Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Debbie Toth to discuss the possibilities further:

Debbie Toth, RN, BSN, Director of Home-Based Services

P: 218-894-8082

E: debbietoth@lakewoodhealthsystem.com

Disclaimer:

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