Home Health Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Bonus Potiental
• Flexible Scheduling
• 1:1 Care
• Training & development

Job Summary

Provides personal care services in client's home under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Aide is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional who performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort and well-being. Whether you are a certified nurse aide (CNA) or home health aide (HHA) we have an array of work options available.

 

  Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Provides Supervision To: NA – No supervision responsibilities

Schedule / Expected Work Hours:

• Will vary based on client assignment . Flexible schedule (morning, evenings, weekdays, weekends).
• Priority: caregivers available for evening/overnight and weekend shifts

Responsibilities

• Assist client with general Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, meals, and safe ambulation/transfers.
• Provide companionship and, if authorized, transportation for clients according to the care plan.
• Document care provided and maintain accurate records for the Agency.
• Work collaboratively with the client’s care team and ensure effective communication.
• Report any changes in the client’s condition to the supervisor as outlined in the care plan.
• Promote client safety by following infection control practices and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Attend in-service programs to meet compliance and notify supervisors of any educational needs.

Qualifications

• Meets one of the following
• Successful completion of a formal aide certification (Florida or other state) or an Agency-administered training program that meets the requirements of Medicare Condition of Participation 42 C.F.R. 484.80.
• CNA License or HHA Certificate from a recognized institution
• Successful completion of a written HHA competency exam
• Proof of graduation from an accredited school of nursing (Florida or other state). 
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 Background Check
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written care plan.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair.
• Current CPR certification.
• Successful completion of a written HHA competency exam.

Company Overview
First Day Homecare® is a leading homecare provider with locations across the US specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing services and other home and community-based services. As the first and only franchise in the US to specialize in pediatric Private Duty Nursing, we are driven by our commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Our services vary from location to location but may include Personal Care Services, Private Duty Nursing, and ABA (Autism) Therapy. Agency services may be provided to both pediatric and adult clients. Join our team and be a part of a mission to bring specialized, family-centered care to children and others in need. With First Day Homecare®, today is the First Day of better days™.

 

  Company Purpose/Mission
First Day Homecare® strives to improve the lives of its clients by providing comprehensive care, oversight, and collaboration to children and adults who are either aging in place, medically complex, or living with chronic conditions.

 
Company Values

• Standards of Care: Our policies and procedures will follow industry standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.
• Collaboration: We will work closely with family members, physicians, other healthcare providers, or anybody else in the client-defined circle of care.
• Over-communication: We will do our best to ensure our clients have all the information they need when they need it.
• People First: We will prioritize people over profits, ensuring that their well-being, growth, and satisfaction are at the heart of every decision we make.
• Transparency: We strive to be open and honest in all interactions, especially in times when our service has fallen short.