In-Home Caregiver - Emmaus

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists patients with personal care activities as prescribed in the plan of care, including hygiene, mobility and elimination. If unable to perform a task, reports to the RN or Director of Clinical Services immediately.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for patients. Uses equipment safely and properly (footstools, side rails, Oxygen, etc.).
• Practices Universal Infection Control Precautions in all contacts with patients.
• Performs or assists patient/family with home maintenance activities as prescribed in the care plan, including light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Monitors adequate fluid and nutrition intake, temperature, pulse, respiration, skin and basic elements of body functioning and record/report appropriately.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Documents care provided and response of consumer/family. Submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs within the limits of preparation and experience.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations and established agency policies and procedures.
• Manages a caseload and delivers care in a cost-effective manner.
• Consistently meets or exceeds 365 Health Services’ established service standards.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Completes a minimum of 12 hours of in services per year.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Adheres to 365 Health Services’ Code of Conduct.
• Interacts with all staff in a positive fashion supporting 365 Health Services’ mission and vision.
• Complies with 365 Health Services’ general orientation and with agency policies and procedures including confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.

• Ability to perform home health aide tasks in accordance with the plan of care; knowledge of infection control; ability to document and communicate effectively.

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
• Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
• Benefits: 401(k);
  Dental insurance;
  Flexible schedule;
  Health insurance;
  Vision insurance
• Schedule:
  
  10 hour shift; 12 hour shift; 8 hour shift;
  Day shift;
  Evening shift;
  Monday to Friday;
  Night shift;
  Overnight shift
• Work Location:
  
  In person