In-Home Personal Care Aide
Primary Responsibilities
- Provides or assists clients with activities of daily living including:
- bathing in bed, tub or shower
- care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing
- care of teeth and mouth including denture care
- nail care, filing only
- skin care including pericare and applying lotion
- transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair
- transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet
- assists with ambulation including with cane, walker and crutches
- personal care dressing of client
- medication reminder
- Live-in and Sleep Over's:
- secures clients home for the night and provides reassurance by being present at the client's home during the nighttime hours
- (Washington and Oregon does not provide this service)
- Utilizes the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable
- Assists with household tasks directly essential to client's personal care
- Accompanies clients to medical appointments or shopping if necessary and performs other essential errands
- Makes measurements and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide
- Prepares meals as required based upon client's preferred diet
- May need to feed client if required
- Provides a clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.
- Records and reports activities related to personal care responsibilities, as required
- Reports observations of the client's condition to the Branch Manager or Office Assistant
- Notifies the Branch Manager immediately if any incidents or accidents occur
Required Qualifications
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle
- NY State Personal Care Aide or Home Health Aide certification
State Specific Requirements
- NY: Must have completed a training program in home health aide services OR equivalent exam OR one full year experience in providing personal care services through a home care agency OR training program in personal care services.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- 6+ months of home care experience
- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified clients' needs
Pay and Benefits
- Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
- In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
- No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
- The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $21.00 per hour based on full-time employment.
- We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Benefits
- Life
- Emotional
- Physical
- Financial
About Willcare
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
With these values to guide us, our people are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are honored to serve.
Explore opportunities with Willcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
About LHC Group
LHC Group is a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
About Optum
Optum is a business unit of UnitedHealth Group that helps people get the right care at the right time. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
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