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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$29,208 / year median in Mississippi
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Summary:
Provides various personal care and related paraprofessional services in accordance with an established plan of care. Provides for the personal needs and comfort of patients in their homes. Essential Functions ThePCA/ CNA
will provide services to assist functionally impaired persons to remain in their home by providing assistance with the following:- Activities of daily living,
- Housekeeping,
- Laundry,
- Meal planning,
- Food preparation, and
- Other types of home management tasks to prevent the risk of institutionalization. Requirements for PCA/CNA are as follows:
- At least 5 years of experience.
- High school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) Test, or must demonstrate the ability to read the written personal care assignment and write well enough to complete required forms and reports.
- Successful completion and passing a forty (40) hour Personal Care Curriculum Training Course or the equivalent, like a Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Certification in CPR and first aid.
- Valid Mississippi driver license and access to reliable transportation.
- Ability to function independently without constant supervision/observation.
- Physical ability to perform tasks required.
- Ability to recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation; ability to follow procedures required in the Vulnerable Adult Act.
- Knowledge of how to prevent burns, falls, and fires and knowledge of emergency numbers for contacting emergency personnel if required.
- Absence of communicable diseases as verified by a physician.
- Interest in, and empathy for, individuals who are ill, elderly, and/or disabled.
- Emotional maturity and ability to respond to individuals and situations in a responsible manner.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to deal effectively, assertively and cooperatively with a variety of people.
- Absence of any criminal convictions related to violent crime and/or crime substantially related to the dependent population.