About this role
Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing, this certified, compassionate and technically savvy individual delivers the best possible patient care by providing routine, personal healthcare, such as bathing, dressing, or grooming, to elderly, convalescent, or disabled persons in the home of patients.
Position Functions
Under the direction of a qualified clinician assist in identifying the patient’s physical, psychosocial and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report and evaluationsProvide patient care following established Plan of Care, utilizing infection control measures that protect both patient/staff and deliver care, observing patient’s rights, maintaining patient privacy and dignity.Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members and other healthcare professionals sharing pertinent information that may affect Plan of CareParticipate in planning, implementing care in conjunction with the RN and according to the care planAssure continuity of care through delivery of quality careRemain HIPAA Compliant in all situations referring to your supervisor as neededProvide and continue to develop skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to agency policyEnsure all paperwork is completed, is accurate and is submitted in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy and compliance regulationsMeet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing boardDemonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by attending a minimum if 12 hours of in-services per yearPromote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care Soft Skill Requirements
Good communication skills, both oral and written.Compassionate and caring attitude and the ability to deal with people from a wide range of backgrounds, ages and temperament.Ability to use discretion concerning sensitive information and adhere to HIPAA.Ability to work on own initiative within clearly defined parameters.Ability to carry out designated tasks including reporting outcome of actions taken.Adapts easily to changes in work assignmentsGood organizational and time-management skills. Education and Experience
CNA Certification RequiredCPR Certification Required2+ years of experience dealing with disabled or elder careKnowledge and experience of relevant software applications and reporting requirementsProficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar and other English language skillsBi-lingual a plus All candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.