Home Health Aide

Providence at Home with Compassus This position is a collective bargaining position. Day Shift, 5 days per week, full time 40 hours. Schedule: 5x8 hour shifts. Position Summary The Home Health Aide is a trained paraprofessional who performs basic nursing or therapy functions such as personal care, prescribed therapeutic exercises, and household services that meet a written plan of care. A Registered Nurse Clinical Case Manager supervises the Home Health Aide and the plan of care; if no RN is on the case, a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist supervises the HHA and the plan. Position Specific Responsibilities Provides competent personal care as outlined on the Home Health Aide Plan of Care established by the patient, family caregiver, and case manager. Recognizes that the plan of care identifies the tasks the HHA may perform and that additional patient needs require a new plan of care developed by the case manager. Provides care in a safe, comprehensive fashion, treating each patient with dignity and respect while maintaining confidentiality. Performs basic nursing care as directed by the supervising nurse, including taking and recording vital signs and temperature, performing simple dressing changes, and assisting with routine bowel care. Provides personal care including bathing, oral and denture care, skin, hair and nail care, shaving, and nail trimming. Assists the patient in using the bathroom, bedpan, or commode. Provides care of surgical or prosthetic appliances or devices as instructed, including catheters, colostomies, leg braces, and dentures. Assists with prescribed exercises as taught by the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Registered Nurse and as described in the plan of care. Assists with positioning patients in bed and provides assistance with bed transfers, ambulation, and mobility. Assists patients with medications that are ordinarily self‑administered by the patient as directed by the Registered Nurse. Performs light housekeeping necessary to support health and recovery. Observes and reports changes in condition, body functions, and needs to the professional responsible for the patient’s care. Completes appropriate records and documentation of patient status and care or services furnished. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and update the plan of care. Responds to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging visits. Communicates schedule and work plan daily to supervisor, scheduler, and other team members as appropriate. Provides patient information to the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and staffing for effective communication and coordination. Independently manages caseload plans and schedules home visits, coordinating with other team members to maximize effectiveness of care. Organizes weekly schedule to attend required meetings while maintaining patient care needs. Organizes and coordinates transfer of patient information for coverage during absences. Provides reinforcement to patient and family as identified in the plan of care to promote independence and health at discharge. Obtains required 12 hours of in‑service education per year, which may occur in classroom or field education. Recognizes the need for ongoing instruction to maintain and advance skills and knowledge for patient care in the home. Participates in required agency in‑service programs and community education to remain clinically current and participates in quality improvement activities as requested. Demonstrates ability to manage time effectively and efficiently. Meets agency productivity expectations. Responds to and follows up with voicemail messages in a timely manner. Manages and updates schedule daily. Meets productivity standards and completes visit documentation on the day of the visit in compliance with the 48‑hour documentation policy. Participates in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings as appropriate. Works closely with clinicians to ensure patients are assisted with activities of daily living, specimen collection, and supervised ambulation as directed. Orients and trains new Home Health Aides as directed by the Clinical Supervisor/Manager. Must be able to work in pet‑friendly home environments, which may include exposure to cats, dogs, or birds. Education and Experience Required: Education that meets certification, license, or registration requirements. .WA: Preferred – 1 year of previous experience as a nurse’s aide, hospice aide, orderly, or related experience in an acute, rehabilitative, or long‑term care facility, or home health/hospice organization. Skills Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, use whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports and business correspondence; effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties; strong written and verbal communication. Team Communication: Ability to work cohesively in a multidisciplinary team environment and communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing. Other Qualifications: Demonstrates competency through positive, collaborative, and constructive interpersonal relationships; prioritizes work assignments and meets productivity and quality standards; works with minimal supervisory guidance and exercises independent judgment within scope of practice; adapts easily to changes; willing to assume additional responsibility and learn new procedures. Other Qualifications: Ability to work flexible hours. Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations BLS Requirement: National Provider BLS required within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association). Vendor managed. State Specific Requirements – Washington To provide home health aide services in Washington, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) licensed by the Department of Health or completion of a 75‑hour home health aide training program approved by the Department of Health is required. Annual competency evaluation and ongoing supervision by a registered nurse are mandatory. Driving may be necessary; proof of driver license and auto insurance may be requested. Physical Demands and Work Environment Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are essential. Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity must include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and typical healthcare conditions is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. Adaptations can be made for employees with disabilities. Compensation and Benefits Pay range: $18.63 – $27.11 per hour (base pay). Additional compensation may be available for shift differentials, on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and additional benefits as part of the comprehensive package. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Providence at Home with Compassus