Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - Italian-speaking

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

• Italian-speaking Clark, NJ 07066 $200
• $250 a day
• Per diem $200
• $250 a day
• Per diem Job Summary We are searching for a caregiver who can speak fluent Italian.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated live-in Home Health Aide to provide essential support to an elderly female. The ideal candidate will assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being while promoting independence. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and family members. The Certified Home Health Aide are professional caregivers responsible for helping patients maintain their personal health and hygiene in their place of residence. Their duties include bathing, dressing and grooming patients. Home Health Aides help patients in a variety of ways, which may include taking their vital signs or giving them medicine under a nurse's direction. They must record and report this data as medically necessary. They can assist with planning for doctor's appointments or other meetings and may organize transportation for them.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Consistently takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration when advised and reports all deviations from a normal reading Competently assists the client in bathing in bed, in tub and in shower Competently assists the client with care of teeth and mouth. Competently assists the client with grooming, care of hair including shampoo and shaving Competently assists the client with foot care Competently assists the client with ordinary care of nails (no cutting) Competently assists the client on and off bedpan, commode, and toilet Competently assists the client in moving from bed to chair or wheelchair and in walking with a cane or walker Competently assists the client with eating Prepares and serves meals according to instructions Competently assists the client with dressing With guidance from the nurse, arranges a schedule so that the client follows medical recommendations such as increased physical activity and taking their own medication Remind his/her client to take his or her own medications as directed by the RN Maintains records as instructed by the Professional Registered Nurse Competently performs other pertinent care functions as assigned and demonstrated by the Professional Registered Nurse Safely accompanies client to obtain medical care Makes and changes client's bed Dusts and vacuums the rooms the client uses Washes the client's dishes Tidies the client's kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and personal environment Makes a list of needed supplies Shops for the client if no other arrangement is possible. The CHHA should never purchase alcohol or non-prescription drugs for the client Washes the clients' personal laundry if no family member is available or able, including ironing Sends clients linen to laundry if necessary Utilizes aseptic technique to clean around and secure the client's Foley or Texas catheter Competently cares for an incontinent client Assists the client in changing position to prevent decubiti Demonstrates appropriate preventive skin care techniques Consistently follows the Aide Plan of Care developed by the RN Consistently records all pertinent information on the Aide Plan of Care, and time cards in an appropriate timely manner Correctly measures and records Intake and Output as directed by the RN Competently assists the client with range of motion exercises as directed by RN or therapist Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with the client and his/her family members Provides companionship by reading, conversation, and listening. Participates in appropriate recreational activities and hobbies for social and sensory stimulation. Assists patient/client in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc. Accompanies patient/client on walks, community trips, doctor's office, bank, etc. Informs staffing coordinator of any changes in assignment. Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being. Assists the RN supervisor to make client visits by ensuring presence of self and client at the time planned Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team and staff of the agency Consistently reports occurrences to the Nursing Supervisor Consistently adheres to universal precautions, aseptic technique and infection control guidelines Consistently implements care in a manner that is maximally safe for the client, his/her family, and self Consistently seeks, accepts and implements suggestions to improve performance Demonstrates respect for the opinion of others Consistently assumes and follows through on the responsibility for assignment Demonstrates the ability to function effectively under stressful situations Maintains confidentiality of client observations and records Utilizes time effectively, maintaining a consistent level of productivity Completes the continuing education requirements annually (12 hours) Consistently complies with standards for attendance, absence notification, and punctuality Consistently demonstrates professionalism through appearance, performance and communication Assumes responsibility for reading and comprehending all posted notices, communications and policies and procedures related to CHHAs Demonstrates competencies to provide care to patients of all ages Respects the rights, privacy and property of others at all times

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain a valid NJ Board of Nursing Home Health Aide certification.
• Always protect and maintain client and agency confidentiality.
• Maintain a professional image, good appearance, and personal hygiene.
• Accept assignments and be punctual.
• Attend Agency meetings and training as directed.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will be expected to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this 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 functions. Who can perform CHHA duties and what are their qualifications:

• A Certified Home Health Aide ○ completion of a training program approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing required ○ in good standing, holding a current, valid certificate as a Home Health Aide issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing ○ completion of the Home care test
• A Nursing Student ○ with a written New Jersey Board of Nursing waiver in lieu of a certificate ○ Completion of the Home care test
• A Home Health Aide who recently completed the homemaker home health aide training program and has not yet received a certificate ○ The presence of the Aide's name on the New Jersey Board of Nursing Home-maker Home Health Aide Certification Eligibility List until the actual certificate is issued ○ Completion of the Home care test

Other Qualifications:

• 5 years of Minimum Experience as caregiver
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to provide references.
• Strong patient service skills
• Ability to monitor vital signs and to collect specimens
• Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards
• Proficiency in English and Italian We are looking forward to having you join our team!

Pay:

$200.00

• $250.

00 per day

Language:

Italian (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CHHA (Certified Home Health Aide) license (Required)

Work Location:

In person