Home Health Aide, Full Time, Evenings

About the role

The best thing about this role is the opportunity to make a difference by improving the health of our patients. We are committed to helping the population we serve and our communities achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to personal care and comfort of the residents according to their case management needs.
• Perform services necessary for the cleanliness and care of the resident's/patient's environment, personal items and equipment.
• Treat the residents/patients with respect and dignity, recognizing individual needs and encouraging independence.
• Report all accidents and incidents observed immediately.
• Report all changes in resident's/patient's condition to the supervisor.
• Other duties/responsibilities within the scope of training as may be assigned to promote a high level of competent care and quality of life.
• Ensure the resident's apartment is ready for receiving the resident (i.e., bed made, dishes done, laundry put away).
• Greet and escort the resident to his/her apartment.
• Introduce residents to other residents and personnel as appropriate.
• Aid residents in the care of their personal belongings as necessary.
• Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing assigned work tasks.
• Promptly report all complaints and grievances made by the resident to the supervisor or Administrator.
• Cooperate with personnel from other departments.
• Follow policies and procedures including dress code guidelines for Home Health Aides.
• Be knowledgeable of and follow all Valley Residential Services policies and procedures.
• Remain awake and alert for the entire working shift.
• Assist residents/patients with activities of daily living and may include:
• Assist with the care of teeth and mouth.
• Assist with the grooming/care of hair including shampoo, shaving and ordinary hand care.
• Assist the resident/patient with bathing in tub or shower.
• Assist resident/patient on and off toilet as per individual care plan.
• Assist resident/patient in transferring, wheelchair mobility, or ambulation as per Individual Service Plan.
• Assist resident/patient with dressing.
• Assist with managing incontinence of bladder/bowel.
• Taking vital signs on residents/patients as directed including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations.
• Assisting with passive Range of Motion.
• Assist with use of oxygen tank, concentrator, liquid oxygen reservoir, and nebulizers.
• Assisting with medications.
• Administer eye drops.
• Assisting with meals and snacks.
• Initiate and participate in leisure activities as described in the assisted living facility monthly activity calendar.
• Encourage resident socialization and participation in activities.
• Make and change the bed.
• Tidy bedroom, living room, kitchen and bath.
• Collect and dispose of the resident trash.
• Clean refrigerator and food inspections as assigned.
• Clean resident equipment as assigned.
• Clean residents' personal laundry on designated days and put away.
• Complete all household chores according to cleaning schedule.
• Respond promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency calls, telephone calls and requests from family and friends.
• Follow proper procedures in emergency situations.
• Notify the Supervisor or Administrator if you are unable to locate a resident.
• List needed supplies and shopping needs for residents and give to Supervisor, Director of Clinical Services or Administrator/Case Management Director.
• Provide assistance with physical and emotional needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Home Health Aide Certification is required or must be able to complete course within 3 months from date of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Skills

• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Clinical Skills
• Computer Skills
• Manage People
• Logical Thinking
• Reliability
• Listening
• Physical Requirements: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Hazards: Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure and chemical
• Travel: No travel required

Total Rewards

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retail benefits including an employer match.
• And more!