Hospice Home Health Aide

Overview It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Qualifications High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working. Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred. Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. For current Hope employees: BLS should be obtained by January1,2025. For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November1,2024. Competencies Complete competency requirements for this position satisfactorily. Responsibilities Maintain competencies and contact hours as required by Company and regulations. Provide patient or caregiver services according to written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedures. Practice safe and proper body mechanics relative to moving, positioning and transferring patients. Assist patient and/or caregiver in maintaining a clean and safe home. Provide caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care. Transport supplies, lab specimens, documents and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN. Under the direction or supervision of an RN, the Aide may perform activities that promote activities of daily living. Contribute to the development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to the RN. Communicate any significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager. During times of emergencies (e.g., hurricanes), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company to ensure continuity of services. Perform other duties as assigned. Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see, hear, talk, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to safely transfer or ambulate patients; stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; pull; push; balance. Occasionally required to stoop or crouch, kneel, and climb stairs. Compensation Pay Rate: $18.65 per hour. Additional Requirements This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment and for ongoing eligibility. For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr