POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking multiple skilled, compassionate, and professional Home Healthcare Aides to join our agency and provide care and support to 2 existing clients and additional new clients in the New Philadelphia & Newcomerstown areas. These positions can be part-time (to care for only one client) or full-time (to care for 1 or multiple clients). When applying, please specify if interested in only PT, only FT, or either.
- New Philadelphia, OH (Immediate need): Hours are typically 9am - 1:30pm, Monday - Friday, providing personal care and homemaker services for an adult client.
- Newcomerstown, OH (Immediate need): This adult client currently requires 22.5 hrs/wk (flexible schedule) of personal care and homemaker services, with additional hours needed in the coming weeks (post-surgery). She has 4 children, and her husband works, so she will require accompaniment to appointments.
A successful Home Healthcare Aide provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist in their region. You will be assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professionals and perform services for clients as necessary to maintain personal comfort and safety in their home.
Report to: RN Case Manager / Administrator / Director of Nursing
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of a formal certification training program (CNA, STNA, HHA) and/or a written skills test and competency evaluation.
- Meet the training and/or certification requirements of the state in which the home health aide services are being provided. This includes specifications of contracted agencies for which services are being provided.
- CPR and First Aide Certifications required (or can be obtained prior to hire date through our agency or accredited third parties).
- Be at lease eighteen (18) years of age.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care.
- Good interpersonal skills and a passion for caring for those in need.
- Current driver’s license, good driving record, and/or reliable transportation is required.
- 1 + years of experience is preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist.
- Range of motion exercises
- Assistance in ambulation or exercises
Performs personal care activities, including by not limited to:
- Bathing
- Shampooing
- Skin care/nail care
- Oral hygiene
- Shaving
- Dressing
Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:
- Meal preparation/feeding
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Assists in the patient in taking medications under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. This includes opening a container or pill caddy & handing it to the patient, but does not include administration of the medications.
- Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.
- Reports any observed or reported changes in the client’s condition and/or needs to the Registered Nurse.
- Documents care provided and completes the forms required for the client’s records. Completes the appropriate records to document cares given and pertinent observations.
- 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.
- Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
- Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
- Treats patients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
- Accepts and fulfills assignments with the agency. Exercise good judgment in accepting assignments.
- Participates in required in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs to agency supervisor.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Main physical demands:
- Frequent standing walking, stopping/bending infrequent squatting/kneeling and balancing
- Weight handled: push, force required: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently, carry/lift:1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 22.5 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
- Pediatrics
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work setting:
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid CPR and First Aid Training Certificates, or are willing to complete them prior to starting?
- Are you interested in this as an A) Part time role only, B) Full time role only, or C) either part time or full time?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Philadelphia, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person