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Form of workJob Description:
Introduction:
At Lutheran Senior Services, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with - residents and coworkers - every day.
Summary:
Responsible for providing personal care according to written Care Plan prepared by the Registered Nurse under the supervision of the RN and order by the physician.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Follows the written instructions on the Aide Assignment Sheet for patient care, as prepared by the Registered Nurse
Assists patients in activities of daily living (ADL): Personal hygiene, bathing, shampoo, shaving, mouth care, skin care, eating, dressing, elimination
Assists patient with ambulation, transfers, and exercise
Performs household services essential to health care at home, including personal laundry, making bed as well as other small household tasks
Cares for patient's surroundings as necessary to maintain, as much as possible, a safe environment
Maintains cheerful and positive attitude while providing personal care and supportive services as assigned by the Registered Nurse
Engages in conversation that is neither personal nor controversial in nature
Reports to the Registered Nurses/Nursing Supervisor changes in the patient's condition and/or emotional status and needs
Completes appropriate documentation according to Hospice policies utilizing the medical record software system via the assigned agency device; Initiates documentation in the patient's home on the device and completes after the visit.
Maintains patient confidentiality while using EMR device
Attends all mandatory in-service programs and staff meetings
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical activities, demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 75lbs, Lift 20lbs from floor to shoulder, and push/pull 35lbs. Must be able to roll resident from prone to supine to sitting. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; squat and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, speech clarity, speech recognition, written expression, and requires sensory abilities.
Is subject to the hazards of vehicular travel out in the community that allows for exposure to weather conditions and potential for unsafe environments; Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members; Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions; Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.
Introduction:
At Lutheran Senior Services, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with - residents and coworkers - every day.
Summary:
Responsible for providing personal care according to written Care Plan prepared by the Registered Nurse under the supervision of the RN and order by the physician.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Follows the written instructions on the Aide Assignment Sheet for patient care, as prepared by the Registered Nurse
Assists patients in activities of daily living (ADL): Personal hygiene, bathing, shampoo, shaving, mouth care, skin care, eating, dressing, elimination
Assists patient with ambulation, transfers, and exercise
Performs household services essential to health care at home, including personal laundry, making bed as well as other small household tasks
Cares for patient's surroundings as necessary to maintain, as much as possible, a safe environment
Maintains cheerful and positive attitude while providing personal care and supportive services as assigned by the Registered Nurse
Engages in conversation that is neither personal nor controversial in nature
Reports to the Registered Nurses/Nursing Supervisor changes in the patient's condition and/or emotional status and needs
Completes appropriate documentation according to Hospice policies utilizing the medical record software system via the assigned agency device; Initiates documentation in the patient's home on the device and completes after the visit.
Maintains patient confidentiality while using EMR device
Attends all mandatory in-service programs and staff meetings
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
- Current CNA certification
- Prior experience as a C.N.A.
- Prior hospital experience, and/or equivalent experience in nursing home or public health nursing, is preferred
- Previous Home Health Aide experience preferrable
- Satisfactory completion of the Home Health Aide Competency Examination
- Ability to provide own transportation
- Ability to carry out directions
- Must demonstrate basic knowledge of all procedures included in the Home Health Aide job description
- Must be able to assess safety of home situations for self, patients, and other staff members, including physical and psychological dangers
- Must have the ability to effectively cope with patients, families, and all others with varying backgrounds
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical activities, demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 75lbs, Lift 20lbs from floor to shoulder, and push/pull 35lbs. Must be able to roll resident from prone to supine to sitting. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; squat and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, speech clarity, speech recognition, written expression, and requires sensory abilities.
Is subject to the hazards of vehicular travel out in the community that allows for exposure to weather conditions and potential for unsafe environments; Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members; Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions; Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.
