Direct Care Worker - Fort Washington

365 Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable health services provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Direct Care Worker to assist clients with personal care and daily living activities. This role requires dedication to patient well-being and adherence to best care practices. Candidates can expect a supportive work environment with weekly pay and benefits including health insurance and flexible scheduling.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K Program

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care activities.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented and supportive environment.
• Knowledge of universal infection control precautions.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care activities as per care plan.
• Monitors patient health and reports changes.
• Maintains patient safety and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Hygiene practices

Nutrition monitoring

Confidentiality

Education

Certification in Direct Care

Job description

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Direct Care Worker

At 365 Health Services, we take pride in treating our employees the right way – like Family. Weekly pay, sick time, benefits, over-communication, accountability, positive energy, and even employee appreciation parties are just some of the benefits of working with 365. Our Client Service Managers are available 24/7/365 to answer any of your needs or concerns via our on-call service. We provide a high-level training to ensure our employees provide the best care possible. Feel free to check us out on Google and see what our clients and employees have to say about us!

• Performs or assists patient with personal care activities as prescribed in the plan of care, including but not limited to hygiene, mobility and elimination.
• Provides and maintains safe environment for patient. 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 but not limited to light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Monitors adequate fluid and nutrition intake, temperature, pulse, respiration, skin and basic elements of body functioning and changes in body functioning and record/report appropriately.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Identifies need for intervention by other members of the home health team on an ongoing basis and reports to the RN or Director of Clinical Services.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Document scare 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.
• Adheres to 365 Health Services’ Code of Conduct.
• Interacts with all staff in a positive fashion supporting 365 Health Services’ mission and vision.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Complies with 365 Health Services’ general orientation and with agency policies and procedures including confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
  
  

Direct Care Worker

At 365 Health Services, we take pride in treating our employees the right way – like Family. Weekly pay, sick time, benefits, over-communication, accountability, positive energy, and even employee appreciation parties are just some of the benefits of working with 365. Our Client Service Managers are available 24/7/365 to answer any of your needs or concerns via our on-call service. We provide a high-level training to ensure our employees provide the best care possible. Feel free to check us out on Google and see what our clients and employees have to say about us!

• Performs or assists patient with personal care activities as prescribed in the plan of care, including but not limited to hygiene, mobility and elimination.
• Provides and maintains safe environment for patient. 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 but not limited to light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Monitors adequate fluid and nutrition intake, temperature, pulse, respiration, skin and basic elements of body functioning and changes in body functioning and record/report appropriately.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Identifies need for intervention by other members of the home health team on an ongoing basis and reports to the RN or Director of Clinical Services.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Document scare 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.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Complies with 365 Health Services’ general orientation and with agency policies and procedures including confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
  
  

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Salary: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour (Starting)

Holiday Pay (OT Rate)

OT Rate for every hour > 40 hours per week

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K Program
  
  

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
  
  

Work Location: In person

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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