JOB SUMMARY: Provide personal services such as bathing, grooming and assistance with ambulation to skilled home health and hospice patients under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or therapist. Complete personal care interventions according to the plan of care and documents accurately.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIALJOB DUTIES:
- Provide care for skilled home health patients consistent with the tasks listed on the written plan of care
- Complete personal hygiene for patients, including bathing (tub, shower, or bed bath), oral hygiene, hair care, shampooing, shaving, skin care, nail care, foot care and dressing
- Assist client with mobility, including walking, transferring, turning and positioning including the use of transfer device such as the Hoyer Lift and transfer board.
- Assist with toileting needs, including assistance with bedpan, urinal, bedside commode, toilet use and incontinence care
- Measure and record fluid intake and output
- Observe, report and document observations and changes in patient’s condition and needs to the registered nurse. Documents services and observations in the client’s record.
- Perform other activities as assigned including but not limited to reading and recording, blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration. Foley catheter care, basic infection control procedures; emergency procedures and care of the body after death.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
- Certificate to practice as a Certified Nurse Aide in the State of Virginia in good standing
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
- Current CPR certification for healthcare provider
- Valid Driver’s License in the State of Virginia with a minimum age 21 to drive for the organization
- Motor Vehicle Driving Record satisfactory to the Agency and its insurance providers
- Proof of motor vehicle insurance
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Two years of nursing assistant experience in community Health (Hospice or Home Health).
- Completion of classroom and supervised practical training totaling at least 75 hours, with at least 16 hours devoted to supervised practical training.
- Completed 12 hours of in-service annually.
- Completes an annual Skills Check by an RN
Pay: $21.50 - $25.07 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
