Job Description

Home Health Aide  

Majestic Home Health is looking for Home health aide to be part of the team caring for our residents at home. Be a part of creating the magic for our residents. 

                 

Responsibility of our Registered Nurse

1.      Providing hands-on personal care including:

A.     Bathing

B.     Back rubs

C.     Oral hygiene

D.     Shampoos

E.     Changing bed linen

F.      Assisting patients with dressing and undressing

G.     Skin care to prevent breakdown

H.     Assisting the patient with toileting activities

I.       Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate

2.      Planning and preparing nutritious meals.

3.      Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.

4.      Taking and recording oral, Rectal, and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).

5.      Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.

6.      Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).

7.      Performing simple procedures as an extension of nursing services as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)

8.      Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication.

9.      Doing patient’s laundry, as appropriate.

10.   Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools,
side rails, etc.).

11.   Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.

12.   Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets the training requirements and successfully completes:

A.     A training and competency evaluation program that meets §484.80 (b) and (c); or

B.     A competency evaluation that meets the requirements of §484.80 (c); or

C.     A nurse aide training and competency evaluation approved by the state as meeting the requirements of §483.151 through §483.154 and is currently in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; or

D.     The requirements of a state licensure program that meets the provisions of §484.80 (b) and (c). 

2.      At least 18 years of age.

3.      Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.

4.      Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.

5.      Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.

6.      Possess and maintains current CPR certification.

7.      Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.

8.      Reliable Transportation

Come be a part of Majestic Home Health!

      

 

 

 

 

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