Home Health Aide (HHA) - Home Care **New Updated Wage Scales** Job at The Good Shepherd Community
JOB FUNCTION
Responsible for providing personal cares per individualized care plans as necessary to maintain the personal comfort and health of the client. Also responsible for observing and reporting any changes in the patients condition to supervising RN.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform personal care activities, including but not limited to: Bathing, dressing, grooming, oral, skin and nail care.
- Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy including but not limited to: passive range of motion, range of motion, and home exercise programs under the direction and supervision of the Physical/Occupational Therapist or Registered Nurse.
- Assist client with mobility such as; ambulation, transfers, and exercise.
- Perform household tasks essential to the health and well being of the client in their home including but not limited to: cleaning, shopping, and cooking.
- Assist in the administering of medications and treatments that are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
- Observe, report, and document changes in clients condition.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of all fire, safety, and weather procedures
- Communicate effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Document accurate start/stop times, mileage, incident reports, and documentation delegated by Registered Nurse and Good Shepherd Policies and Procedures.
- Follow client Plan of Care.
- Maintain client/caregiver boundaries.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have successfully completed the 75-hour Nursing Assistant course. Documentation must be provided.
- Ability to effectively communicate both in written and verbal form in English.
- Be able to work in a variety of client home settings with possible exposure to second hand smoke, pets, and various cleaning chemicals.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
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