Certified Home Health Aide Trainee, VNA of Cape Cod

Purpose of Position

Maintains open communication with case manager and/or Team Leader/Assistant Team Leader regarding health, safety and environment status of patients. Reports all changes in a timely manner.

Complies with State/Federal regulatory acts. Performs all skills with competency, as indicated on the skills checklist. Communicates with Clinical Coordinator regarding all scheduling concerns relating to patients which may include, but not limited to changes such as times, days, patient absences and discharges. Communicates with case manager, and if not available, the Team Leader/Assistant Team Leader regarding any case concerns, patient problems, planned time off or other general schedule changes. Completes and submits required documentation, i.e., patient and employee time sheets, etc., accurately and on a timely basis. Reports all concerns of possible patient abuse or neglect to the case manager and/or the Team Leader. Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients. Perform only those tasks as prescribed by the case manager on the home health aide plan of care. Encourages patient in achieving an optimum level of independence by encouraging his/her participation in personal care and in interests and activities in the home, family and community. Provides or assists with post mortem care after pronouncement. Provides understanding and emotional support to patient and significant others. If eligible, may participate in the Patient Transportation program for the Private Services department. All other duties as assigned.

Home Health Aide Trainee Program

Includes classroom curriculum with an accredited Home Health Aide Program. Includes on-the-job training. Earn while you learn. Must successfully complete the program with Certification within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain certification as a Home Health Aide or equivalent as approved by the Agency.
• One year satisfactory employment history preferred.
• Experience in care of the elderly preferred.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.
• Able to record messages and keep records.

Home Health Aide Trainee Education/Experience/Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Minimum six months of satisfactory employment history.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.
• Able to understand and carry out direction and instruction.
• Able to operate a Smart Phone Based Application.

Consistent Service Excellence

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Schedule Details

30 Hours Per Week, Monday–Friday, 8a–4p, Every Other Weekend, Occasional Holidays.

Area

Lower/Outer Cape

Organization

VNA

Department

VNA-Paraprofessional HHA

Annual/Hourly

Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: 18.5 - 23