Performs personal care, homemaking services under the supervision of a registered nurse. Assists with therapeutic exercise/ ADL programs under the direction of a licensed therapist. Assists the patient in maintaining a safe, clean home environment through the accomplishments of specific tasks per the home health aide care plan. Performs duties in support of the CK Home Care s and Hospice s mission to ensure the highest quality of patient care in an economically sound and efficient manner. - Assi... more details
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Position Summary:
Performs personal care, homemaking services under the supervision of a registered nurse. Assists with therapeutic exercise/ADL programs under the direction of a licensed therapist. Assists the patient in maintaining a safe, clean home environment through the accomplishments of specific tasks per the home health aide care plan. Performs duties in support of the CK Home Care’s and Hospice’s mission to ensure the highest quality of patient care in an economically sound and efficient manner.
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* Assists patients with oral medication. Assistance is limited to reminding the patient to take his/her medication.
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* Assists and supervises the patient with transfers and ambulation activities.
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* Assists with therapeutic exercises as directed by the supervising Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Therapists.
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* Demonstrates proper use of Universal Precautions and infection control with all patients.
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* Promotes the patient’s mental alertness through conversation, reading, games and other activities.
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* Encourages the patient to become as independent as possible within his/her limitations.
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When assigned to the Inpatient Hospice Unit, adheres to the hospice restraint and seclusion policy and procedure in providing care and services.
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When providing care to hospice patients, contributes to the comfort and dignity during physical and emotional care and services
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As a Hospice Aide, participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG)
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* Provides appropriate members of Home Health/Hospice Team with accurate reporting and recording of changes in client’s physical, mental or emotional status through documentation and verbal communication in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
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* Assists with care and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Reports any unsafe situations/products to the supervisor immediately.
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Demonstrates basic safety techniques in performing job tasks
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* Maintains productivity standards of CK Home Health/Hospice
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* Completes all required documentation accurately and submits to office by 8 AM the next morning.
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* Participates in the Performance Improvement program in the department.
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*Maintains adherence of attending mandatory 12 hours of in-service education during the calendar year.
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Dress code compliance maintained.
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Maintains adherence to privacy and security regulations of CK Home Health & Hospice
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Maintains hardware (computer) assigned, as appropriate.
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* Is dependable as demonstrated by:
- Punctuality for work.
- Adequate notice for absenteeism.
- Attendance record ________ occasions from ____________ to ________________.
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Identifies learning needs and seeks appropriate learning experiences.
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Demonstrates self-directed behavior to provide for own growth.
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Performs other duties as requested
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*Indicates the essential functions of this position.
The above statements are intended to describe the most frequently performed duties of the job. Other related duties may be assigned.
Education and Training:
High School Graduate or equivalent
Successfully completed one of the following:
- A training program and competency evaluation as specified in regulation.
- A competency evaluation program that meets the requirements in regulation.
- CNA (Certified Nurse Aide)-A nurse aide training and competency evaluation program approved by the State as meeting the requirements of § 483.151 through § 483.154 of this chapter, and is currently listed in good standing on the State nurse aide registry.
- A State licensure program that meets the requirements of paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section.
Mandated and Permissive Reporter Training required
Experience:
Skills: Reading, writing, typing, verbal clinical reporting, use of a computer for electronic
medical record documentation
Reading and recording Blood Pressure, Pulse, Temperature and body weight measurement
Basic infection control practices
Physical Demands and Sensory Requirements:
Heavy physical effort; lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
Prolonged standing/walking
Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching
Color perception
Ability to communicate verbally
Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients
Lifts equipment/supplies
Transports patients in wheelchair
Visual acuity of 20/60 in at least one eye (with/without correction)
Working Conditions:
Exposed to infection from disease bearing specimens
Exposed to hazards of handling diseased organs and tissues
Subject to burns and cuts
Travel required
Will make home visits
Operates or rides in a motor vehicle
Environmental Conditions:
Hazards: conditions where there is danger to life, body, and/or health
Temperature changes: variations in temperature from hot to cold
May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold in all weather conditions\
Blood Borne Pathogen Risk: Category I: Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluid or tissues.
Protective Equipment:
Appropriate Protective Equipment
Gown Mask Non-Sterile Medical Gloves Safety Belts
Sterile Medical Gloves Goggles Resusi Mask
TB Mask
