Home Health Aide, Certified, Full time, Day shift

Position Summary

To perform intermittent direct or indirect hands-on patient care to meet the patient's needs in accordance with the plan of care and assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.

About the Role

The position involves providing care to patients in a skilled nursing facility, home health agency, or similar setting. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the patient's environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on patient care tasks as directed by a Registered Professional Nurse
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of current experience in a skilled nursing facility, home health agency, or proven proficiency
• Completion of the State approved Home Health Aide Training course, Home Health Aide competency exam, and certification through the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
• Ability to work in a changing patient care environment and meet patient's needs (chronic and/or terminal illness)
• Ability to work cooperatively within the health system; with patient and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e., nurses, Rehab staff, etc.)
• Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Driver's License - current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker, and appropriate level of insurance coverage required

Qualifications

• Completion of the State approved Home Health Aide Training course
• Home Health Aide competency exam and certification through the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
• Proven proficiency in a skilled nursing facility, home health agency, or similar setting
• Ability to work in a changing patient care environment and meet patient's needs (chronic and/or terminal illness)
• Ability to work cooperatively within the health system; with patient and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e., nurses, Rehab staff, etc.)
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Driver's License - current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker, and appropriate level of insurance coverage required

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Time management
• Infection control knowledge
• Safe patient handling and transportation
• Medication administration
• Emergency response

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retailer Discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Pay

$18.82 - $23.53 per hour

Schedule

Day shift