Home Health Aide (HHA)

Vanderbiltrehab; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 38.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vanderbiltrehab is seeking a dedicated Home Health Aide to support residents through clinic visits and daily activities in our New York facility.

You will escort residents to appointments, prepare them beforehand, monitor safety, and ensure proper paperwork accompanies each visit. The role demands excellent communication, punctuality, and the ability to advocate for residents with staff and clinics.

Qualifikationen

• Proven ability to perform all tasks and duties of a Home Health Aide.
• Strong command of the English language (spoken, written, and reading comprehension).
• Expertise in providing age-appropriate care to residents.
• Able to make independent decisions when needed and work well with staff, residents, families, and external partners.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when conveying information about a resident’s condition.
• Must be punctual and committed to maintaining perfect attendance.

Aufgaben

• Escort residents to and from clinic appointments.
• Arrive at work a half hour before the scheduled clinic visit to assist residents in preparing for their appointments.
• Ensure proper nursing uniform and ID badge are worn at all times, both at the facility and during clinic visits.
• Assist residents with pre-appointment needs and ensure they receive their snacks for the outing.
• Monitor residents to prevent falls and ensure a safe, peaceful environment, intervening immediately if necessary.
• Report any incidents or accidents to the Clinical Coordinator or ADNS promptly.
• At the clinic, obtain relevant reports, paperwork, and supplies for the resident’s visit, ensuring the necessary paperwork, such as DNR/DNI forms, accompanies the resident.
• Act as a proactive advocate for the resident during clinic visits, addressing any issues by promptly contacting the Clinic Coordinator.
• This position may involve more than one clinic visit per day, depending on the needs of the facility.

Kenntnisse

Home Health Aide experience

English proficiency

Independent decision making

Team collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

Key Responsibilities

• Escort residents to and from clinic appointments.

• Arrive at work a half hour before the scheduled clinic visit to assist residents in preparing for their appointments.

• Ensure proper nursing uniform and ID badge are worn at all times, both at the facility and during clinic visits.

• Assist residents with pre-appointment needs and ensure they receive their snacks for the outing.

• Monitor residents to prevent falls and ensure a safe, peaceful environment, intervening immediately if necessary.

• Report any incidents or accidents to the Clinical Coordinator or ADNS promptly.

• At the clinic, obtain relevant reports, paperwork, and supplies for the resident’s visit, ensuring the necessary paperwork, such as DNR/DNI forms, accompanies the resident.

• Act as a proactive advocate for the resident during clinic visits, addressing any issues by promptly contacting the Clinic Coordinator.

• This position may involve more than one clinic visit per day, depending on the needs of the facility.

Requirements

• Proven ability to perform all tasks and duties of a Home Health Aide.

• Strong command of the English language (spoken, written, and reading comprehension).

• Expertise in providing age-appropriate care to residents.

• Able to make independent decisions when needed and work well with staff, residents, families, and external partners.

• Excellent communication skills, particularly when conveying information about a resident’s condition.

• Must be punctual and committed to maintaining perfect attendance.