Home Health Aide (NA-C) - Per Diem

About the role

The Home Health Aide provides patient care based on a written plan and instructions of the Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist in the event that nursing is not required in the care of the patient. The Home Health Aide provides personal care, simple procedures as an extension of therapy services, ambulation, exercise, household, and shopping services essential to the health care of the patient at home. The Home Health Aide reports to the Home Care Clinical Manager and is supervised in each case by the Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist assigned to the case.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based on a written plan and instructions of the Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist in the event that nursing is not required in the care of the patient.
• Provides personal care, simple procedures as an extension of therapy services, ambulation, exercise, household, and shopping services essential to the health care of the patient at home.
• Reports to the Home Care Clinical Manager and is supervised in each case by the Registered Nurse or Physical Therapist assigned to the case.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of recent experience as a nursing assistant in a Medical/Surgical Unit or long-term care facility
• Basic Nursing Assistant class; current Washington State NAC license
• Current CPR card (maintenance required)
• Current Washington State driver's license
• Automobile liability insurance
• Access to a reliable car for transportation to patient homes

Additional Information

• Wage: Wage range currently starts at $19.43/hour and goes up to $29.45/hour. Actual wage will be based on years' of applicable experience.

• This position may qualify for an additional 15% premium in lieu of benefits.
• FTE: Per Diem
• Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible
• Union Status: This is a non-union covered position