HOME HEALTH AIDE

Job Description

Job Description

Provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Home Health Aide is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional and performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort.

Reports to: Client Services Director/Nursing Supervisor

BENEFITS: PAID VACATION, 401K, FLEXIBLE TIME

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Successful completion of a formal certification training program/written skills test and competency evaluation.

2. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

3. Minimum of six (6) months of work experience in a supervised setting, preferably a health care facility.

4. Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow a written Plan of Care.

5. Good interpersonal skills.

6. Current valid driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

1. Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist:

a. Range of motion exercises

b. Assistance in ambulation or exercises

2. Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:

a. Bathing

b. Shampooing

c. Skin care/nail care

d. Oral hygiene

e. Shaving

f. Dressing

3. Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:

a. Meal preparation/feeding

b. Laundry

c. Light housekeeping

4. Assists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (per state nurse practice laws and agency policy).

5. Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition/needs to the Registered Nurse.

6. Documents cares provided and completes the forms required for the client's record. Completes the appropriate records to document cares given and pertinent observations.

7. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following agency guidelines and reporting unsafe situations to the supervisor/Case Manager.

8. Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.

9. Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings and team conferences, as requested.

10. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

11. Participates in required in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs to agency supervisor.

12. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

See ADA Requirements.

ReJuvnCare LLC is a 24 hours customized living / Assisted living home provider, with 24/7 staffing services. We are conveniently located in the southwest metro close to Valley Fair, Canterbury Park, and St. Francis Hospital. We are looking for caring individuals who would like to work with adults in a nice and rewarding environment.

Part-time, Full time and on-call positions are available for all shift. We are flexible and can make schedules based on your availability.

Bonuses and incentives could be earned.

Positions available are: HHA, CNA or PCA

Please, feel free to contact us to obtain our job application, fill it and drop off your application with us.

Company Description

ReJuvnCare LLC is a 24 hours customized living / Assisted living home provider, with 24/7 staffing services. We are conveniently located in the southwest metro close to Valley Fair, Canterbury Park, and St. Francis Hospital. We are looking for caring individuals who would like to work with adults in a nice and rewarding environment. \r\rPart-time, Full time and on-call positions are available for all shift. We are flexible and can make schedules based on your availability.\r\rBonuses and incentives could be earned.\r\r \rPositions available are: HHA, CNA or PCA\r\r\r\rPlease, feel free to contact us to obtain our job application, fill it and drop off your application with us.