Home Health Aide - Home Care

Sholom; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Home Health Aide to provide personal care and health-related services to clients, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. Responsibilities include assisting with treatments, medication administration, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates will have a Home Health Aide certification and strong communication skills. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the quality of life for clients in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Home Health Aide certification required.
• Six months of experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and health-related services.
• Document all provided services accurately.
• Support various Homecare responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Home Health Aide Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Communication Devices

Blood Pressure Monitors

Thermometers

Computer

Job description

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Summary
The Home Health Aide provides personal care and designated health-related services designed to maintain the client's physical and emotional well-being.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Assist clients with treatments and/or health-related services, as delegated by licensed staff and in accordance with the service plan or plan of care.
2. Provide assistance to clients during scheduled programming through conversation, re-orientation, and mobility support when appropriate.
3. Act as an advocate to maintain client privacy and dignity during cares.
4. Assist clients with medication administration as delegated by licensed staff and in accordance with Minnesota Home Care Licensure rules.
5. Communicate any identified changes involving the client promptly to licensed staff.
6. Assist clients with personal care, including hygiene, dressing, grooming, and toileting as instructed.
7. Assist Nutritional Services staff with serving meals and enhancing the mealtime experience.
8. Maintain appropriate documentation of services as required by licensed staff.
9. Document all provided services, including client health and personal care, using specialized medical terminology.
10. Assist with homemaking activities, including general maintenance and cleanliness of the facility and apartments, recognizing and acting on safety hazards.
11. Support various other Homecare responsibilities as needed.

Lead Home Health Aide

In emergencies, may be required to fill in for the Lead Home Health Aide and provide lead direction, respond to medical emergencies, and perform administrative functions such as scheduling and record keeping.

Job Specifications

Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Home Health Aide certification and/or competency testing required.
• Six months of Home Health Aide or NAR experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred; if not certified at hire, must obtain within 60 days.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Flexibility and productivity in an environment with interruptions.
• High levels of customer service and prompt response to inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Internet, and database management.
• Understanding and adherence to safety and emergency procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Perform heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift/carry objects up to 20 pounds.
• Push/pull residents in wheelchairs up to 200 pounds.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Pass training modules on medication administration and documentation.
• Use office equipment and work at a desk/computer.
• Stand and walk frequently.
• Work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, and weekends.
• Reliable transportation.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Communication devices, assistive equipment, thermometers, blood pressure monitors, laundry equipment, etc.
• Telephone, computer, and office equipment.

Work Environment

Indoor setting with potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious materials. Must be flexible to respond to emergencies and position changes. The description is not exhaustive and may be revised.

Employment contingent upon background checks, employment verification, TB tests, and PPE use. Sholom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.