Homemaker (Per Diem), VNA of Cape Cod

Cape Cod Healthcare; Falmouth (MA); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Healthcare is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Visiting Nurse Association in Falmouth, Massachusetts. This per diem role involves providing companionship to patients and assisting with meal planning and food preparation. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of six months of employment history. Flexible hours include rotating days, occasional weekends, and holidays. The hiring pay rate is $16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of satisfactory employment history.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.
• Assist in meal planning and preparation.
• Observe patient’s conditions and report changes.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow directions

Compassionate patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Purpose of Position: Provide non-personal care for the patient. Continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.

Description

• Provide continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.
• Assist in meal planning, purchase of foods and food preparation.
• Maintain the patient’s living environment in a clean and safe manner.
• Observe the patient’s general physical, emotional and mental conditions and report any obvious changes to the Clinical Liaison or Manager.
• Provide a sense of security for the patient.
• Assist patients as needed, excluding any personal or medical care.
• Complete all required documentation and submit such on a timely basis and as directed through agency policy.
• If eligible, may participate in the Patient Transportation program for the Private Services department.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six months of satisfactory employment history.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.
• Able to understand and carry out direction and instruction.

Schedule Details: Per Diem Hours, Rotating Days, Occasional Weekends, and Holidays. Area: Mid/Upper Cape Organization: Visiting Nurse Association

Primary Location: Massachusetts-Falmouth

Department: VNA-Paraprofessional HMK

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 16.5 - 16.5