DUTIES Provides personal care and related services in the home, under the direction, instruction and supervision of the staff nurse and the Nurse Supervisor Tasks to be performed by a HHA must be assigned by, and performed under, the supervision of an RN who will be responsible for the patient care provided by the HHA. Home Attendant will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Follows the plan of care to provide, safe, competent care to the client Helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene and assists in maintaining a healthful, safe environment Plans, and prepares, nutritious meals, grocery shops, when instructed to do so, by the nurse Assists the patient with ambulation, as ordered, by the physician, and approved, and supervised, by the nurse Assists the therapy personnel, as needed, with rehabilitative processes Encourages the patient to become as independent as possible, according to the nursing care plan Attempts to promote patient's mental alertness, through involvement in activities of interest Gives simple emotional, and psychological, support to the patient, and other members of the household, and establishes a relationship with patient and family, which transmit trust and confidentiality Reports any change in the patient's mental, or physical, condition, or in the home situation, to the staff nurse, or to the Aide supervisor Performs routine housekeeping tasks, as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the patient, as instructed by the professional nurse Prepares a visit report, promptly, and incorporates same in the clinical record, weekly Confirms, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits so that other necessary visits, by staff members, can be coordinated Works with personnel of other community agencies involved in the patient's care, as directed by the nurse Attends in-service, as required by regulation or Agency policy

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull. The ability to drive and the ability to access clients' homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, are required. Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform client care. On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach, and move client weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Must be able to effectively communicate in English.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Use of BP cuff, thermometer and stethoscope. Hand-washing materials

COMPANY INFORMATION

Has access to all client medical records, which may be discussed with the Registered Nurse and the Director of Nursing.

QUALIFICATIONS 1.

High school diploma or equivalent 2. Must have completed a minimum of 75 hours of training, which includes an introduction to personal care services 3. If a Nursing Assistant, certified by the state, the individual will meet the qualifications for a Home Attendant, as his or her hours of training will exceed the minimum required. 4. Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to patient, self, and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this 5. Must comprehend the basics of personal care, housekeeping, and meal preparation 6. Must understand, and respect, clients, including ethics and confidentiality of care 7. Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted. 8. Must have criminal background check

Pay:

$13.50 - $15.00 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) CNA (Preferred) Certified Home Health Aide (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person