PD CNA

Home Health Aide

General Summary : Assists clients, in their place of residence, with personal healthcare and health maintenance activities as assigned. Includes, but is not limited to, transferring, health maintenance activities, feeding, mobility, and exercises.

Patient Population : Has contact with patients of all ages in a clinical setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.

Essential Functions :

• Assist clients with tasks within the scope of a home health aide based on the Plan of Care (POC).
• Communicate effectively with administrative staff regarding client / family needs assessments, including reporting any significant changes in client condition.
• Provide care as outlined in the Home Health Aide Care Plan and accurately document the cares provided.
• Contribute to continuity of care, effective communication between all care team members, and regular participation in Case conferences / Team Meetings.
• Apply concepts of infection control and universal precaution in coordination / performing client care activities to protect both staff and patients.
• Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining / improving competency. Completes training or in-services in a timely manner as assigned by your supervisor.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency / licensing board.

This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed regularly and continuously. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Supervision : N / A

Experience : (1) year experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant in a home health setting. Successful completion of formal training in nursing arts may be substituted for the qualifying experience, subject to applicable State law, regulation, or rules.

Skills :

Education : High School Graduate or equivalent

Licensure / Certification :

Physical Requirements :

Environmental / Working Conditions :

Machinery / Tools / Equipment Requirements :

Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance