Home Health Aide (HHA) Job Description
Hello! Thank you for clicking and reviewing our job description. There are a lot of jobs out their and it means a lot that you clicked our Job Ad. Best Home Healthcare Network is a personable, and high performing company. Our clinicians have been acknowledged for their hard work and dedication. If you would like to earn money and contribute to something greater, then this is the place for you! And yes, our pay is above the market average! Check out our website at: www.bhhcare.com for more information! Call or text me at 312-386-5849. EMAIL ME at IQBAL@bhhcare.com. I will not be able to reach you through this site, so please email me or text me. Much love and respect to all Home Health Aides! Iqbal Shariff ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Job Summary: The Home Health Aide is a paraprofessional person who is specifically trained, competent and performs assigned functions of personal care to the patient in their residence under the direction, instruction and supervision of the registered nurse. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Duties/Responsibilities: Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. Performs personal care, bath and hands-on care as assigned. Completes appropriate visit records in a timely manner as per Agency policy. Reports changes in the patient's condition and needs to the RN. Performs household services essential to health care in the home as assigned. Ambulates and exercises the patient as assigned. Performs simple procedures as an extension of the therapy or nursing services, e.g., range of motion (ROM) exercises as assigned. Assists with medications that are ordinarily self-administered as assigned. Attends inservice and continuing education programs as scheduled and necessary. Attends patient care conferences as scheduled. Reporting to nursing staff about a patient's health status. Maintain a safe and secure environment for the patient. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to problem solve. Ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Access to insured and reliable transportation. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Current license as a certified nurses assistant or similar required. At least two years related experience as a home healthcare aide required. Physical Requirements: Ability to participate in physical activities. Ability to work for extended periods of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis. Ability to lift heavy objects.