32 Hour Permanent Home Health Aide Floater For MRC/ ABI

  • Full-Time
  • Brockton, MA
  • Victory Human Services Inc
  • Posted 4 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Description:

A Home Health Aide is responsible for performing personal care services, simple dressing changes that do not require the skills of a registered or licensed nurse, assistant with medications that are ordinarily self-administered and that do not require the skills of a registered or licensed nurse, assistant with activities that are directly supportive of skilled therapy services and routine care of prosthetic and orthotic devices.

. Requirements:
  • Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Office 365 System;
  • A current negative Health Card or chest x-ray (TB skin test);
  • Need to have strong written and communication skills;
  • Pass a CORI (criminal record check);
  • CPR and First Aid certifications required
  • Home Health Aid Certificate, Nurses Aide Certificate or CNA License required
  • Must have a reliable vehicle
  • Must be willing to travel throughout the program’s geographic areas

  • Must have at least one of the following qualifications:
  • Certificate of 40-hour homemaker training; OR Certificate of 60-hour personal care training; OR Certificate of home health aide training; OR Certificate of nurse’s aide training

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Performs only under the supervision of an RN or Therapist who has provided written instructions for client care.
  • Performs total care or assists clients in all activities of daily living and personal hygiene such as, but not limited to, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and personal laundry.
  • Assists clients with transfers, ambulation, assigned exercises, and toileting, including the use of a bedpan or commode.
  • Prepares nutritious meals within the client’s diet and assists with eating when necessary.
  • Performs light housekeeping chores, which facilitates client self-care in the home setting.
  • Answers client’s calls and attends to the client’s requests promptly.
  • Meets the safety needs of the client and uses adaptive equipment safely and appropriately.
  • Observes client’s general condition, takes and records accurately vital signs, and reports changes promptly to the nurse.
  • Accurately documents dates, visits, and completed tasks and carries out all requested assignments.
  • Reminds and assists patients in taking medications that are ordinarily self-administered.
  • Recognizes emergencies and utilizes emergency procedures.
  • Submits paperwork in a timely manner according to agency policy and procedure.

In addition:

  • Schedule Doctor's appointments.
  • Schedule meetings.
  • Address specific needs of clients.
  • Address other projects as requested.
  • Need to be flexible (may include evenings and weekends).
  • MAP certification preferred but not required (we can help you obtain)
  • Requires regular COVID testing
  • Computer skills a must
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