What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Assistant - Extended Care (Home Health Care) - Contingent - Rotating position at Henry Ford Health - Careers?
Nurse Assistant – Extended Care – Contingent
Eligible Benefits: 403B – Matching Contributions made by Henry Ford Health
Shift: Set your Own Schedule
Private duty services may be arranged for patients who need extended care, from a few hours a week to round-the-clock-care. Typically, this is paid for privately, or through specialized, long-term care policies.
We tailor our services to fit the specific needs of our clients in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Jackson counties. Flexible scheduling allows us to provide short-term or long-term care to clients in the home or facility setting, as well as specialized care for students in their schools.
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.
