Home Health Aide

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Position Summary

The Home Health Aide performs a variety of patient care and related functions under the supervision of a professional nurse. Gives care and support to persons who are elderly or disabled and in need of assistance to remain in their own homes.

Eligible to work as a nursing assistant at the affiliate and/or home health care agency as listed on the state Nurse Aide Registry.

N/A

Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.

Eligible to work as a nurse assistant as indicated with the State Registry is required.

Valid state driver’s license, current automobile insurance and reliable automobile is required.

Recognizes emergencies and knows emergency procedures.

Demonstrates safe transfer techniques and ambition.

Knows ways to work with patient populations including the need for respect for the patient, his/her privacy and his/her property.

Demonstrates knowledge of, and provides for, normal range of motion and positioning as assigned.

Understands physical, emotional and developmental needs of the population served.

Strong written communication, verbal communication and listening skills.

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.

Observes, reports and documents patient status and the care or service provided.

Reads and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure of patients as assigned.

Reports changes in, body functioning to manager or RN.

Provides adequate nutrition and fluid intake as assigned.

Provides appropriate and safe personal care and grooming techniques as assigned.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Reduces the risk of healthcare acquired infections through compliance with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines and facility policies including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable.  Utilizes standard precautions during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials.  Demonstrates compliance with National Patient Safety Goals.

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline.  Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains excellent interpersonal communication with the health care team colleagues.

Emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care-attending to body, mind, and spirit while upholding ethical principles with patient care and all other aspects of work.  Actively involves the patient and family in decisions about care.  Promotes quality care by participating in organizational councils/committees and/or support of related process.  Documents services provided to patients in the electronic medical record in accordance with policy and requirements. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Patient Care Support

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Extreme Heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience a

temperature change in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other