Home Health Aide (HHA) Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The home health aide is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing patients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.
The home health aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient’s care.
ESSENTIAL JOB
Responsibilities of the home health aide include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Providing hands-on personal care including:
A. Baths
B. Back rubs
C. Oral hygiene
D. Shampoos
E. Changing bed linen
F. Assisting patients with dressing and undressing
G. Skin care to prevent breakdown
H. Assisting the patient with toileting activities
I. Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
2. Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
3. Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.
4. Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered.
5. Doing patient’s laundry, as appropriate.
6. Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
7. Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1. Meets the training requirements and successfully completed:
A. A training and competency evaluation program that meets §484.80 (b) and (c); or
B. A competency evaluation that meets the requirements of §484.80 (c); or
C. A nurse aide training and competency evaluation approved by the state as meeting the requirements of §483.151 through §483.154 and is currently in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; or
D. The requirements of a state licensure program that meets the provisions of §484.80 (b) and (c).
2. Shows proof of registration on the Home Care Aide Registry through the Department of Social Services, Home Care Services Bureau, preferred.
3. At least 18 years of age.
4. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
5. Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.
**Interview available on weekends if unable to meet during the week. Call 530-844-2855**