Works under the supervision of the designated registered nurse. Provides direct client care and provides quality and delivery of home care services. Assist in the home care services that reflect the home care agency philosophy and standards of home health personal care of assigned clients.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent. Home Health or Personal Care Aide certification required as obtained through successful completion of an approved program Shall have one year-full-time experience in home health care in an institutional setting, such as a hospital or nursing home, OR Shall have one year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home health agency setting; OR Evidence of sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick. Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions. Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands Good verbal and written communications skills. Attends twelve (12) hours of Aide oriented in services per year. Shall have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered permanent employment with this agency. Is able to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing client care.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication. Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. Ability to deal effectively with stress. Able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. Able to bend and stand an average of 6 hours per day. Able to lift up to 50-75 pounds. Able to work in a stressful environment. Able to assess and communicate with ill clients, co-workers, and general public. Is neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene.

DUTIES: Ensure quality and safe delivery of home care services. Participates in development and implementation of client plans of care per home care agency policy and procedure, as appropriate. Participates in client case conferences according to home health care agency policy and procedure, as appropriate. The provided home health aide services reflect client plans of care. Appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming that include: - bed bath - sponge, tub, or shower bath; - shampoo, sink, tub, or bed; - nail and hair care; - oral hygiene; and - toileting and eliminating; - safe transfer techniques and ambulation; - normal range of motion and position; - adequate nutrition and fluid intake; - client rights; and - any other task that the agency may choose to have the home health aide perform