What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aide position at CareConnect?
Caregiving at Home: A Rewarding Career as a Certified Home Health Aide
We are seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides to provide exceptional care to clients in their homes across various locations in Franklin County, MA.
As a valued member of our team at CareConnect, you will play a critical role in enabling our clients to live safely and comfortably in their own homes. Your dedication and expertise will make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Personal Care: Provide individualized personal care to patients, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Nutrition and Meal Planning: Plan and prepare nutritious meals tailored to meet the patient's dietary needs.
- Vital Signs and Monitoring: Take and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, as ordered by the healthcare team.
- Ambulation and Exercise: Assist patients with ambulation and exercise according to their individualized plan of care.
- Medication Assistance: Support patients in self-administering medication, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to treatment plans.
- Laundry and Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients.
- Safety and Equipment Use: Ensure patients' safety needs are met, using equipment properly and safely (e.g., foot stools, side rails).
- Reporting and Documentation: Accurately document patient progress, reporting significant changes to the assigned nurse and adhering to organizational documentation standards.
Qualifications:
- Certification: Be a certified Home Health Aide (HHA) in the state of MA.
- Reliable Transportation: Own reliable transportation to ensure timely arrival at client visits.
- CPR/BLS Certification: Hold an up-to-date CPR/BLS certification.
- Linguistic Proficiency: Be fluent in English, both spoken and written.
- HIPAA Understanding: Comprehend HIPAA regulations and prioritize patient confidentiality.
- Cooking and Cleaning Skills: Possess basic cooking skills and be able to perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Education and Training: Complete a MA Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or demonstrate equivalent experience.
If you share our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to join our team at CareConnect.
