Home Health Aide / HHA
Location: Worcester Massachusetts
Description: BrightStar Care is hiring Home Health Aide / HHA right now, this job will be placed in Massachusetts. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly see the 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 necessary 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 with active and passive range of! motions as defined by the plan of care
Provide client wit! h help walking and transferring
Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions.
Report any change to the Director of Nursing or nursing supervisor
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 rights are adhered to. These inclu! de 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 confidentiality and security of the ! client’s medical information
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This job starts available on: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 14:21:35 GMT