Home Health Aide

Home Health AideWe are currently seeking a caring and dependable candidate, for Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) position, who is attentive, positive, able to pay attention to small details and changes in the individual's condition. A minimum of 1 year work experience in a home health environment is a plus. This candidate must have experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, focusing on specialty areas of autism spectrum and individuals with Down Syndrome, and Dementia.Job duties and requirements include lifting a minimum of 60lbs, assistance with bathing, meal preparations, and medications reminders. Must be able to type a minimum of 35 wpm (words per minutes), navigate successfully through various data entry program, promote self-sufficiency, exemplary critical thinking skills, detailed oral and written communication skills, can working independently or as team player/peer mentoring. Must be able to complete light housekeeping with no limitations, optimize infection control, able to implement service plans, knowledge in Basic First Aid, Life Support and CPR.Reliable transportation. Not limited to accompany individuals with medical appointments on Marta L-van when necessary. Must be able to pass DBHDD fingerprint for eligibility.The current schedule is as follows:MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY4pm-12am 4pm-12am 4pm-12am 4pm-12am 4pm-12amQualifications:Must be 21 years or olderDocumentation of Nurse Aide certification from the Department of Human Resources, Office of Regulatory Services; orPass a written competency examination approved by National League of Nursing, Community and Home Accreditation Program ("CHAP"); or Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organization ("JACHO"); or National Association of Home Care ("NAHC");Receive a total of 40 hours of training. The Aide receives at least 20 hours of this training prior to caring for clients. The Aide completes an additional 20 hours of training within the first six months of employment.Able to read and write, follow verbal and written instructions, and complete legible written reports of care given.Able to use critical thinking.Must be able to communicate and articulate well.Must be able to type and use a computer.Able to follow verbal and written instructions.Able to complete written reports and documents.Understanding the needs and characteristics of elderly, handicapped, intellectually disabled, or convalescing individuals.Successfully complete training or demonstrate understanding and practical competency in all areas tested in.Must be in good health.Experience: Experience as a nurse aide, a personal support aide or personal care assistant is preferred, but not required. Experience working with Intellectually/Developmentally Disabled Adults.Daily Care (Assist Client with the Following):Home safety and managementObserving and immediately reporting any and all changes of client's health.Providing watchful supervision and oversight.Provide companionship & socialization for the clientPerforms periodic audits of consumer records, and in-service manuals to assure conformance with state and federal regulations.Communicate with Office/State Workers/ Family and or guardian concerning Client.Documents daily goals, notes, and or activities.Documenting the client's liquid intake and output if needed.Applying first aide in case of sudden illness or an accidentAssisting with the picking up prescription medications.Assisting client with reminder to take medicationAssisting with the arranging of transportation and escorts services.Assisting with and arranging and or accompany trips to the doctorAssisting and or accompanying the client to grocery storeAssisting and or accompany the client in the community for activitiesAssisting with routine household tasks: Ironing, Washing, Linen Changing, Vacuuming, Sweeping, Mopping, Dusting, emptying trash and garbage for client. Light House Keeping including sanitation, home safety, handling medical emergencies in the home; and infection control.Assisting with and or preparing meals and washing dishes.Assisting with and or linen changing to include sanitation, home safety, handling medical emergencies in the home, and infection control.Assisting with hair styling/washing etc.Assisting with coordinating proper clothing for individual's dailyDuties and Responsibilities:Provide the following personal care tasks if needed:Taking blood pressureChecking vital signsAssisting with eatingBathing (tub, shower, or bed)Routine skin and hair careGeneral mouth care (includes dentures)Grooming and shampooing hairAssisting with dressingAssisting with toiletingGiving the client a back rub.Ambulation and Transfer TasksAssisting the client to get in and out of bed and wheelchair if requiredAssisting the client to walkEncouraging physical activityAssisting the client, if appropriate, with a simple exercise program that has been established by a nurse or therapist.Each PSA/PCA/CNA receives at least 8 hours in service training per calendar year. VFWC will offer the PSA/PCA/CNA the following in services programs yearly:Basic First AidInfection ControlBody MechanicsNutritionCPR TrainingCPI TrainingDefensive DrivingTo apply you must meet the guidelines listed below:2 years verifiable experience as a care providerProof of Legal authorization to work in the United StatesHigh School Diploma or EquivalentClean BackgroundCurrent CPRCurrent First Aide CardCurrent Physical (Can be obtained at local Health Department)Current TB or Chest X-RayValid GA Driver LicenseCNA or able to pass PSA test