Health Aide

Job Description

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Established in 1994, NiteLines USA has successfully delivered contract support services to more than 144 government institutions and medical treatment facilities across the country. We’re a dynamic and growing organization, offering a wide range of employment opportunities. We are seeking professionals and dedicated individuals to be part of our team, where integrity, respect, accountability, and collaboration are among our core principles. Work with a dedicated and caring organization and start doing your life's best work .

Health Aide

Location: 1915 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA, 31406.

Pay Rate: $24.00  per hour.

Shifts: 7:00 pm -7:30 am/ 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

Job Description:

Provide basic patient care and work with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. May take vital signs.

Job Responsibilities:

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• Answers clients call signals
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• Assists in administration of medications and treatments, takes vital signs, and/or draws blood or collects other bodily fluids, as directed by a physician or nurse
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• Bathes, grooms, shave and dresses clients
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• Conducts activities for recreation and socialization
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• Ensures safety and security of clients
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• Feeds clients who are unable to feed themselves
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• Observes and documents patient data, behavior and activity
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• Prepares clients for treatment or examination
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• Provides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed
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• Transports and/or accompanies clients to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcher
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• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
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Minimum Requirements:

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• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of continuous experience providing basic patient care in psychiatric healthcare is required.
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• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and have the strength to push and pull and stand for long periods of time.
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• Current BLS certification is required.
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