Home Health Aide (HHA incl. STNA, CNA, PCA, or DoDD DSP)

SCHEDULE TYPE: PRN Only / As Needed

PRN = No Guaranteed Hours. See PRN Notice below.

Most PRN Shifts occur on Weekdays (M-F) during Daytime Hours (between 7-8 AM to 5/6 PM). You do not need to be available every weekday, every week, or for the entire daytime window; however, you must have availability for at least some weekday daytime shifts. Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be available but are uncommon. Applicants seeking only evening, overnight, or weekend shifts cannot be considered at this time.

PRN caregivers must accept at least 50% of cases offered within their stated availability and desired hours to remain Active and must work at least one case every 14 days (with exceptions when advanced notice is given). While not guaranteed, existing employees including PRNs will receive priority consideration for additional hours, recurring schedules, part-time positions, and full-time opportunities as they become available and if desired.

EXPERIENCE:

Home Health Aide (HHA) requirements:

• Either Active CNA or STNA certification + 2 or more years of paid experience
• Or Active DSP Certification from Ohio DODD + 2 or more years of experience caring for persons with disabilities AND willingness to care for non-DODD clients.
• Or +3 or more years of paid home health experience for HHA or PCA without certification.

Additional Medication Certifications, Hoyer lift experience, specific disease-state care experience, etc., are highly desirable but not required.

JOB LOCATION & TRAVEL:

This role serves clients in Coshocton, Ohio and surrounding areas in Coshocton County and adjacent counties within committed travel radius. Willingness to travel to clients up to a 25-minute radius (from your home) is required. Up to 45- or 60-minute client travel radius (from your home) is highly desired. Additional PRN, Part-Time hours or Full-time hours may be available for Aides willing to travel to adjacent and nearby counties beyond 1 hour (not required).

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Long-Term (2+ years). While many organizations use PRN staffing as a short-term solution, Home Care Network values long-term relationships with both clients and caregivers. We are seeking professionals interested in building a lasting relationship with our team and the clients we serve.

CRITICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a positive attitude, strong caregiving skills, and a compassionate mindset. Awareness that PRN caregivers often serve as substitutes for a client's regular caregiver is critical, as clients may be hesitant, nervous, frustrated, or uncomfortable with someone new in their home, or may have dementia, memory loss, behavioral challenges, mental health conditions, or past trauma. The ideal candidate remains calm, respectful, dependable, emotionally mature, and reassuring, builds trust quickly, communicates professionally, and provides excellent care in challenging situations.

Must be comfortable working in a variety of home environments, including homes with pets, smoke odors, clutter, family members or roommates present, and other common residential conditions. Caregivers must remain professional, respectful, and focused on client care while adapting to different home environments.

Must maintain flexibility to accept assignments based on client and business needs within their stated availability. PRN schedules may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, short-notice assignments, as well as varying shift lengths, schedules, and client assignments.

Must complete all required documentation accurately, thoroughly, and on time, including care notes, visit records, EVV requirements, incident reporting, and other client-related documentation. Accurate and timely documentation is a condition of employment, to ensure timely payroll processing and quality assurance for our clients. Failure to complete required documentation accurately and within compliance standards or deadlines may delay payroll processing and compensation.

Important PRN Employment Notice:

This position is PRN (as needed). While we work hard to offer available shifts whenever possible, we cannot guarantee any minimum number of hours, shifts, clients, or earnings. Work opportunities may increase or decrease based on client needs, census, authorizations, staffing levels, employee availability, geographic service area needs, and other business factors. As a result, hours are not guaranteed, and the number of hours worked may vary from week to week.

Because PRN staff often work independently and may need to step into client assignments with limited notice, applicants must have at least three (3) years of paid home health experience.

This position is a great fit for individuals who:

• Already have a full-time or part-time job and want to earn extra income.
• Want the flexibility to work only when they are available.
• Are semi-retired or retired but would like to continue caring for clients on an occasional basis.
• Are caring for children, family members, or attending school and need a flexible work schedule.
• Want to supplement another healthcare position with additional hours.
• Prefer a variable schedule rather than a set number of weekly hours.
• Are experienced home care professionals who can adapt to changing client and scheduling needs.
• Are comfortable with periods of higher or lower work availability throughout the year.

This position may not be the best fit for applicants who:

• Need a guaranteed number of hours and income each week.
• Who rely on this role as their sole source of income.
• Who struggle with juggling busy, changing schedules, timeliness and responsiveness, and unwavering follow-through.
• Who struggle remembering methods, procedures, and instructions performed only occasionally, without daily repetition.

POTENTIAL CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Home Care Network is committed to promoting from within whenever possible. This role can be an excellent way to showcase your skills, build relationships, and position yourself for future growth within our organization. Qualified PRN employees may be considered for recurring schedules, part-time positions, or full-time opportunities as they become available (and if desired; not required).

When regular caregiver openings occur due to retirement, resignation, client growth, or schedule changes, experienced PRN caregivers are often the first people we consider because they already know our clients, team, and standards of care.

WHAT WE OFFER

Long-term employment opportunities: All who start at PRN but seek Part-time or Full-time hours will have first priority to add additional clients/shifts for up to 40 hours per week (if desired) in their target geography. Flexible shift times: We build reliable, consistent schedules that fit your lifestyle and availability. HCN does not require On-Call shifts, Weekends, extensive travel distances, or overtime (when not desired).

Weekly pay (Fridays) including onboarding, training, and an additional 4 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work. Friendly travel expectations: HCN designs a custom travel radius for every employee. Whether you need to keep travel under 30 minutes, or are willing to drive to stay busy, we keep you & your family happy while providing the maximum coverage for our clients. Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients is provided.

Full-time employees are eligible for qualifying Health, Dental and Vision Coverage Plans (for Individual + Dependent(s)/Family), generous Employee Referral Bonuses, and other company benefits and perks. All employees are eligible for unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria, monthly and quarterly incentives and recognition, and Growth Opportunity Support such as pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes.

STARTING PAY RATE:

STNA, CNA & DSP: $16 - $19 per hour
HHA, PCA & CHHA: $15 - $18 per hour

Hourly Pay is based on experience, travel, qualifications and certifications, skill specializations, positive employment & job tenure history, positive professional references, and overall client & team fit. HCN pays weekly, on Fridays, via direct deposit into your bank account.

FULL REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Home Health Aide (HHA) requirements:

• Either Active CNA or STNA certification + 2 or more years of paid experience
• Or Active DSP Certification from Ohio DODD + 2 or more years of experience caring for persons with disabilities AND willingness to care for non-DODD clients.
• Or +3 or more years of paid home health experience for HHA or PCA without certification.

Additional Medication Certifications, Hoyer lift experience, specific disease-state care experience, etc., are highly desirable but not required. Successful completion of HCN's written skills test and/or competency evaluation. Meet/Completion of all training and/or certifications required by the state in which the home health aide services are being provided. This includes specifications of contracted agencies for which services are being provided.

CPR and First Aide Certifications (active/current certs preferred but may also be obtained prior to hire date through HCN or accredited third party). Ability to perform all typical physical tasks (listed below) on a regular basis, and willingness to do so safely, including:

• Frequent: standing, walking, stopping, ending
• Infrequent: squatting/kneeling, balancing
• Pushing and handling weight/force: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, and 30-50 lbs. infrequently
• Lifting and carrying: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently

Willingness and aptitude to perform light housekeeping in addition to patient care services as needed. Strong track record of attendance, dependability, and employment retention with previous employers. Good interpersonal skills and compassion for helping others live their best lives. Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care, incorporating attention to detail in following instructions, documenting notes, and communicating with our agency.

Professional character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, punctual, articulate, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, self-driven, problem-solver, compliant, and confidential. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Valid driver's license/ID and reliable transportation to/from client care locations. Consent and ability to pass a State and/or Federal Background Check.

Must have a positive attitude, strong caregiving skills, and a compassionate mindset. Awareness that PRN caregivers often serve as substitutes for a client's regular caregiver is critical, as clients may be hesitant, nervous, frustrated, or uncomfortable with someone new in their home, or may have dementia, memory loss, behavioral challenges, mental health conditions, or past trauma. The ideal candidate remains calm, respectful, dependable, emotionally mature, and reassuring, builds trust quickly, communicates professionally, and provides excellent care in challenging situations.

Must be comfortable working in a variety of home environments, including homes with pets, smoke odors, clutter, family members or roommates present, and other common residential conditions. Caregivers must remain professional, respectful, and focused on client care while adapting to different home environments. Must maintain flexibility to accept assignments based on client and business needs within their stated availability. PRN schedules may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, short-notice assignments, as well as varying shift lengths, schedules, and client assignments. Must complete all required documentation accurately, thoroughly, and on time, including care notes, visit records, EVV requirements, incident reporting, and other client-related documentation. Accurate and timely documentation is a condition of employment. Failure to complete required documentation accurately and within compliance standards or deadlines may delay payroll processing and compensation.

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

3-5 years (or more) of paid experience in a home health or caregiving setting. Paid experience with a Home Health Agency. Formal certification or training program: STNA (or 2026 graduation date) highly preferred; CNA or CHHA still encouraged to apply. Specialized certification or training program, such as DODD-DSP, Med Certification, EMR/EHR, etc. EMR/EHR experience and proficiency (ContinuLink highly desirable). Willingness to positively and frequently promoting Home Care Network throughout your community, social and local networks, and regional industry partners - in exchange for generous bonuses and cash incentives.

GENERAL ROLE SUMMARY

A successful Home Healthcare Aide provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist in their region. You will be assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professionals and perform services for clients as necessary to maintain personal comfort and safety in their home.

As a Home Health Aide, you will:

• Deliver direct patient care and support, following the established plan of care, to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Measure and record vital signs and other specified metrics as instructed.
• Assist with personal care tasks and activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, oral hygiene, nail & skin care, shaving, dressing).
• Perform household tasks essential to health care and living at home (e.g., meal preparation/feeding, laundry, light housekeeping).
• Assist patients in taking medications under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. This includes opening a container or pill caddy & handing it to the patient but does not include administration of the medications.
• Identify and report any abnormal findings or changes in the patient's condition.
• Help with therapy exercises under supervision of our therapists (e.g., range of motion exercises, ambulation assistance).

Typical Physical Demands Required:

• Frequent: standing, walking, stopping, ending
• Infrequent: squatting/kneeling, balancing
• Pushing and handling weight/force: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, and 30-50 lbs. infrequently
• Lifting and carrying: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently

Why HCN?

Home Care Network, Inc. is a nurse-owned and locally led home health agency, which means our patients' care and wellbeing - not profits - come first. And for you - it also means that our agency is an environment that nurses and caregivers thrive in, allowing us to handpick the best care team members to be your peers and delight our clients.

All home health aides at Home Care Network (HCN) are professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, and reliable - delivering critical care, support, and services to our clients which empower their independence and provide comfort, stability, and peace of mind to them and their families.

Together, we can empower our communities' most vulnerable members with the independence they deserve. Join the Home Care Network team and make a difference with an agency where you matter!

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