GENERAL SUMMARY :
Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse or designee, performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient.
Provides input to assist in planning and implementing patient care.
Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.
Recognizes and participates in own continuing education.
The Home Health Aide follows the Henry Ford Health Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.
EDUCATION REQUIRED :
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED :
Requires ability to pass a written Home Health Aide competency test with score of 90% or above.
Requires ability to pass the HHA Skills Assessment Competency Evaluation.
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
CNA or Certification as a Home Care Aide (HCA) preferred, or Completion of a Nurse Assistant program (titles for similar programs may vary;
e.g. Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Patient Assistant Technician (PAT) but perform the same job role), OR May be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course, OR Foreign trained and licensed RN who has relocated to the United States and does not hold a Michigan RN license, OR Medical Assistant program with OR without experience.
LICENSURES REQUIRED :
Complete BLS Heart Saver Certification during orientation.
Must possess a current driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to travel to and from various Home Health Care locations.
Additional Information
Organization : Community Care Services
Department : Extended Care HHA
Shift : Day Job
Union Code : Not Applicable
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