Home Health Aide

Quick Facts

• Role: Home Health Aide (Per Diem/Casual, Days)
• Schedule: Variable; 8 hours; every other weekend
• Pay range: $29.55 to $41.37 per hour (based on primary work location)
• Status: Non-Exempt
• Benefits: No
• Union: No

Description

Provide routine patient care, support, and non-professional household services for homebound patients to meet hygiene, activities of daily living, and comfort needs. Use sound judgment to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis, while following legal scope of practice, regulations, and established standards. Depending on the department, you may also perform specific procedures and/or teaching duties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hygiene and activities of daily living support and related non-professional household services
• Use education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain cooperation from the patient and family/support group
• Support the plan of care in a timely manner and apply developed clinical skills
• Adhere to local/state/federal regulations and organizational policies to ensure privacy and safety
• Perform department-specific procedures and/or teaching duties as assigned

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED prior to start date
• HHA (Home Health Aide) certification prior to start date
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification
• Valid driver’s license (department requirement)
• Auto insurance (department requirement) including Home Health automobile insurance
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) as needed for the department

Benefits

Benefits: No.