Need Work? Want to help people? Are you a CNA/HHA?

OSITION QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be a GA registered CNA • Car with required proof of insurance coverage and a Georgia Driver’s license • Social Security card or birth certificate • Current CPR certification and PPD (tuberculosis inoculation) • Knowledge of all types of home health equipment utilized by patients as well as forms and paperwork necessary for documentation • CNA certification required as obtained through successful completion of an approved program • Shall have one year-full-time experience in home healthcare OR Shall have one year fulltime experience within the last five years in direct patient care • Evidence of sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions • Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands • Attends twelve (12) hours of training in assistant oriented services per year • Participates in professional meetings when directed • Shall have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered permanent employment with this agency • Is able to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing patient care • Good verbal and written communications skills required • Be able to read, write and comprehend English • Five-year work history and three verifiable references • Not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor listed in the Rules and Regulations for PHCP Chapter 290-5-54-.09(3)(a)1 • Sign an affidavit stating that you have never been found to have participated in the types of misconduct described by PHCP Chapter 290-5-54-.09(3)(a)1 • Pass background check and drug test PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. • Ability to deal effectively with stress. • Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. • Able to bend and stand an average of 6 hours per day. • Must be able to stoop and bend to lift and transfer patients • Lift up to 50-75 pounds. • Able to work in a stressful environment. • Able to drive 50-100 miles per day. • Able to assess and communicate with ill patients, co-workers, and general public. • Is neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene. Must be able to demonstrate the following and pass competency examination with at least a 80% or better. The content of the competency evaluation of Medi CareGivers, LLC will include is not limited to: • communication skills • observation, reporting, and documentation of a patient’s status and the care or service furnished • reading and recording temperatures, pulse, and respiration, and blood pressures • basic infection control procedures and instruction on universal precautions • basic elements of body functions and changes in body function that must be reported to the supervisor • maintenance of a clean, healthy, and safe environment • recognizing emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: continued • the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of and ways to work with the populations served by Medi CareGivers, LLC including, the need for respect for the patient and his or her privacy and property • appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming that include: - bed bath, sponge, tub, or shower bath - shampoo, sink, tub, or bed - nail and hair care - oral hygiene - toileting and eliminating - safe transfer techniques and ambulation - normal range of motion and position - adequate nutrition and fluid intake - patient rights - any other task that the agency deems necessary DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Ensure quality and safe delivery of homecare services. • Participates in development and implementation of patient plan of care