What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aide position at Rochester Regional Health Careers?
SUMMARY
As a Certified Home Health Aide (HHA), you will provide care to clients in their home, following their plan of care. You make a positive difference each and every day by demonstrating care and compassion to our patients.
STATUS: Full Time, Part Time
LOCATION: Clifton Springs, NY
DEPARTMENT: ElderONE
SCHEDULE: M-F Eve/Night, Sat & Sun Day, Eve, Night
ATTRIBUTES
- Compassionate, patient focused and dependable professional
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Exceptional documentation and communication skills
- Ability to read, write and speak English, ability to follow verbal and written instructions
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing all activities listed in the care plan; collaborate with Community Health Nurse/Therapist; perform various activities such as personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation and errands
- Communication. Maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress; communicate with office and supervisory staff regularly
- Documentation. Accurately and completely document client care on activity sheet
- Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, HIPPA regulations, local, state, federal requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- HHA - Home Health Aide certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
- NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)
PAY RANGE: $17.60 - $19.50
Salary : $18 - $20
