Home Health Aide / HHA - Danvers
Location: Peabody Massachusetts
Description: BrightStar Care is in need of Home Health Aide / HHA - Danvers right now, this career will be placed in Massachusetts. Detailed specification about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. The Home Health Aide or HHA is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various personal care services as nece! ssary to meet the client’s needs. The Home Health Aide HHA is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The Home Health Aide HHA will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.
Position Requirements
Responsibilities:
Provide client care as directed by the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor.
Provide personal care:
Bathing
Grooming, including oral care
Assist the client with dressing and undressing
Assist the client with toileting activities
Assist in feeding the client
Feed clients who are unable to feed themselves
Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)
Measure and record height and weight
Support good skin care to prevent skin breakdown (i.e. turn and reposition client, actively encourage movement)
Assist client w! ith active and passive range of motions as defined by the plan! of care
Provide client with help walking and transferring
Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions. A) Report any change to the Director of Nursing or nursing supervisor B) Document observed changes
Measure and document intake and output
Assist client in the self-administration of medication (medication reminder)
Perform light housekeeping
Perform meal preparation and clean up
Change bed linens and make up the client’s bed
Maintain an orderly client environment
Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions
Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities.
Provide transport to doctor appointments, outside activities and shopping
Participates in client teaching according to the client’s plan of care
Assist in providing a safe environment and promote quality patient care through adherence to established policies, procedures and standards.
Ensure client’s right! s are adhered to. These include but are not limited to:
the right to privacy and dignity while care is being provided
the right to accept or refuse care
the right to confidentiality of their information
Respond rapidly and appropriately in an emergency situation
Use equipment properly and in a safe manner. Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Successful completion of a home health aide program
Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience required
Certified in CPR
Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.
Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
Empathy for the needs of the client
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to express spoken and/or written ideas in English
Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents ! appositive public image.
Works as a team member
Ensures confide! ntiality and security of the client’s medical information
Keywords: home health aide, hha, h.h.a., R.N., RN, registered nurse, nursing, ER, emergency room, licensed practical nurse, medical, surgical, obstetrics, operating, pediatrics, intensive care unit, LPN, L.P.N., ICU, I.C.U., E.R., home care, homecare, home health, hospice, live in, live-in, CNA, c.n.a., certified nursing assistant, caregiver, companion
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to BrightStar Care.
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This career starts available on: Thu, 02 May 2013 11:36:49 GMT