Home Health Aide PRN

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Home Health Aide to deliver basic home health services under supervision. You will collect vital signs, assist with daily activities, and support patients in a safe home environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma, BLS, a Texas driver’s license with insurance, and a CNA certification, reflecting the agency and hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year of full-time experience in direct client care in an institutional setting and 1 year in an agency setting within the last five years.
• Licenses/Certifications: BLS, TX Driver's License with proof of insurance, CNA Nurse Aide certification on HHSC NAR.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic home health care services per the plan of care.
• Record and report patient vital signs.
• Notify nursing supervisor of changes in patient condition.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living and light housekeeping.
• Support safe ambulation, transfers, and prescribed exercises.
• Maintain patient records and confidentiality.

Skills

Caregiving

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction of registered nurse, licensed physical therapist, or a licensed occupational therapist provides basic home nursing services to patients.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience
  1 year of full-time experience in direct client care in an institutional setting (hospital or nursing facility) and
  1 year of full-time experience within the last five (5) years in direct client care in an agency setting.
• Licenses and Certifications
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) and
  (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE TX Driver's License and proof of driver's insurance and
  (CNA) CERT NURSE ASSISTANT Nurse Aide certification listed on the HHSC nurse aide registry (NAR).

JOB DUTIES

• Performs duties as assigned on the home health care plan prepared by a registered nurse.
• Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, weight, respiration, and pulse.
• Reports changes in patient's mental or physical condition or in home situation to nursing supervisor.
• Assists other members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines.
• Provides personal care assistance to patients with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), light housekeeping, meal preparation, and other specialized duties as needed.
• Provides assistance to patients with ambulation, safe transfers, and exercises as assigned.
• Maintains patient records and charts to ensure an accurate record of treatment.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient data.
• Assists in maintaining a healthy, safe environment.
• Attends mandatory in-service educational programs as required by federal and state regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to care for and treat patients in accordance with established protocols, accepted nursing standards, and instructions from physicians and/or nurses.
• Work requires verbal and written communication skills.
• Work requires interpersonal skills.
• Work requires contact with physicians, residents, fellows, secretaries, and allied health personnel to coordinate information necessary to provide optimal level of patient care.
• Work requires ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Work requires ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Work requires ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
• Work requires ability to perform under general supervision.
• Work requires that incumbent complete most assignments with substantial independence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements

• Bending/Leaning Over
• Carrying
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Talking
• Walking

Working Conditions

• Atmospheric Conditions
• Hazards
• In a Vehicle
• Indoors
• May be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.