Home Health Aide

Montefiore Nyack Hospital; Village of Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Home Health Aide role at Montefiore Nyack Hospital provides personal care and daily living assistance to Home Care patients in their homes. You will follow a care plan developed by health professionals and support activities from bathing to mobility and light homemaking.

The position runs daytime hours, MON-FRI, with an 8 AM–4:30 PM schedule and approximately 20 hours per week. A valid NYS Driver’s license and HHA certification are required, with formal training provided if needed.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Must have automobile and a valid NYS driver’s license.
• Valid NYS auto insurance and ability to use a telephone for patient contact.
• Eligibility for employment verification and background check.
• Home Health Aide Certificate required, or completion of NYS HH Aide Training.
• Successful completion of the NYS approved Home Health Aide Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living at patients' homes as per care plan.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, hygiene, and basic foot/skin care.
• Support meals, transfers, mobility, and Home Exercise Program under supervision.
• Record visits and activities; report changes to nurse or supervisor promptly.
• Assist with routine office tasks when not with a patient.
• Contribute to department goals and adhere to Montefiore Nyack Hospital standards.

Education

High School / GED

Automobile ownership

NYS Driver's License

NYS Auto Insurance

Telephone use

Eligibility for employment verification

Home Health Aide Certificate

Successful completion of NYS approved HH Aide Training

Job description

City/State:

Nyack, New York

Department:

Home Care_3

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours:

8 AM-4:30 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

8 HOURS

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Hourly Rate/Range:

$18.50- $21.00 per hour

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

The Home Health Aide provides personal care and assistance in activities of daily living to Home Care patients according to the Plan of Care developed by the Community Health Nurse and/or Rehabilitation Therapist. The Home Health Aide is an integral member of the Home Care team.

Essential Functions

• JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the required job specific technical/professional knowledge, skills and abilities. * 1. Provides personal care, or assistance in personal care, to patients in their homes, incorporating all aspects of personal hygiene such as bathing, shampooing, grooming, skin and foot care. 2. Performs other health-related tasks such as feeding, meal preparation, transfers, ambulation, and assistance with the Home Exercise Program as developed by the rehabilitation therapist. Also performs shopping, laundry and/or light homemaking activities when designated. 3. Conducts patient measurements: weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, when instructed per the Home Health Aide Care Plan. 4. Keeps accurate and timely records of visits and activities performed, and reports changes in patient condition to Community Health Nurse or Nursing Supervisor in a timely manner. 5. Performs routine office tasks when not assigned to patient care.
• Employee Performance Standards A. CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1. Demonstrates the ability to create a positive interaction with the customer. 2. Demonstrates positive communication with people of different cultures, values and beliefs. 3. Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge customer concerns and takes corrective action. 4. Demonstrates compliance with identified customer service behaviors. 5. Provides escort to customers when necessary.
• PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT: 1. Participates in Department/Hospital-wide activities which improve processes and/or outcomes. 2. Utilizes resources to maintain and improve self development and knowledge. 3. Complies with licensure and/or certification requirements. 4. Participates in annual competency assessment.
• BUDGET: 1. Demonstrates fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies. 2. Utilizes charge process for supplies/equipment.
• PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS: 1. Completes projects/assignments within projected time frames and expectations.
• B. MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN: Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital.
• Hospital-Wide Standards A. Organizational Demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital "We Care" standards including: WORKING TOGETHER "I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact." Place team success above individual recognition. Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace. Offer assistance generously without hesitation. EMPOWERMENT "I will be accountable, responsible, and self-directed in all aspects of my work at all times." See projects through to ensure completion. Problem solve with patients, family members, and other employees. Follow up to ensure a resolution. COMMUNICATION "I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times." Answer the phone within three rings if possible and identify myself, my department, and ask, "How may I help you"? Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) Use positive communication in my tone of voice, body language, and choice of words. Respond to e-mails in a courteous manner, within twenty-four hours. APPEARANCE "I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times" Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance which adheres to the hospital dress code policy. Promote and adhere to Montefiore Nyack Hospital's guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients, families and visitors. RESPONSIVENESS "I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers." Respond to patient call lights and ask if I can assist. (No Pass Zone). Respond empathetically. Apologize for delays and concerns. EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE "I will strive to 'do my best everyday' in exceeding customer expectations." Anticipate and address my patients', families and visitors needs. Avoid negativity and exhibit a "can-do" attitude. "Manage up" fellow employees, physicians, departments, and the organization, to increase patient confidence both internally and in the community. Exit elevators to accommodate our patients' first. Acknowledge people in the hallway by smiling and making eye contact. Help lost guests and new employees by escorting them to their destination.

Qualifications

• High School Required or
• GED Required
• Must have automobile Upon Hire Required
• Valid NYS Auto Insurance Upon Hire Required
• Telephone Upon Hire Required
• Eligibility for employment validated by Criminal History Record Check Upon Hire Required
• Home Health Aide Certificate Upon Hire Required or
• Successful completion of the NYS approved Home Health Aide Training Program. Upon Hire Required
• Valid NYS Driver’s License Upon Hire Required

Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.