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Form of workJob Description
BENEFITS & PERKS:
- Competitive Compensation
- A Dynamic Work Environment
- Opportunities to Build a Career That Will Always be in Demand
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
- Active HHA license
- Must demonstrate a satisfactory level of competency evidenced by evaluation by a registered nurse.
- Adequate health status to perform described duties.
- Ability to safely handle body fluids and hazardous waste products.
- Must have the ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff.
- Must meet personnel qualifications.
- Provides direct and indirect personal care to the patient in the home setting under the direction of a registered nurse
- Utilizes safety measures in the provision of care.
- Maintains effective communication with supervisor regarding patient’s condition.
- Follows written assignment to deliver patient services developed by an appropriate health care professional. (RN)
- Documents and submits accurate accounts of services provided.
- Observes the patient for changes in condition and behavior and report to the supervisor.
- Removes patient's medication container from the storage area; prepares necessary items, i.e. juice, water, cups, spoons, etc.; to assist the patient.
- Reading and recording temperature, pulse, and respiration.
- Participates in case conferences.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient, agency, and employee matters.
- Adheres to all Agency policies.
- Recognize emergencies and demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge regarding basic infection control procedures.
- Attains quarterly goals as established in the annual performance evaluation.
- Submits required documentation in a timely manner.
- Adheres to the role of the Home Health Aide in the home setting as defined in state regulation.
