In-Home Caregiver - Allentown

About the role

At 365 Health Services, we take pride in treating our employees the right way – like Family. Weekly pay, sick time, benefits, over-communication, accountability, positive energy, and even employee appreciation parties are just some of the benefits of working with 365. Our Client Service Managers are available 24/7/365 to answer any of your needs or concerns via our on-call service. We provide a high-level training to ensure our employees provide the best care possible.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists patient with personal care activities as prescribed in the plan of care, including but not limited to hygiene, mobility and elimination. If unable to perform a certain task, reports to the RN or Director of Clinical Services immediately.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Uses equipment safely and properly (footstools, side rails, Oxygen, etc.).
• P practices Universal Infection Control Precautions in all contacts with patients.
• Performs or assists patient/family with home maintenance activities as prescribed in the care plan, including but not limited to light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Makes sure to monitor adequate fluid and nutrition intake, temperature, pulse, respiration, skin and basic elements of body functioning and changes in body functioning and record/report appropriately.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Documents the care provided and the response of the consumer/family. Submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs within the limits of preparation and experience.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations and established agency policies and procedures.
• Manages a caseload and delivers care in a cost-effective manner.
• Consistently meets or exceeds 365 Health Services’ established service standards.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Completes a minimum of 12 hours of in-services per year.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Adheres to 365 Health Services’ Code of Conduct.
• Interacts with all staff in a positive fashion supporting 365 Health Services’ mission and vision.
• Complies with 365 Health Services’ general orientation and with agency policies and procedures including confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

Required*