Home Health Aide, Home Health, Hanford

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Follows treatment plan as outlined to provide patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse. Administers or assists patient with personal care including bath or shower, hair, skin, mouth and nail care according to Home Health Aide assignment
Assists patient with ambulation, dressing or undressing, elimination using bathroom, commode, bedpan or urinal. Assists patient with prescribed exercise after instruction by the Registered Nurse/Physical Therapist. Provides transfer to activities.
Assists with household services that are essential to patient's home health care. Maintains Agency equipment in working order by promptly requesting repair or replacement.
Observes patient and notifies nurse in charge or nursing supervisor of significant changes in the patient's condition, physical or mental.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education
High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Minimum Work Experience
Experience with home health or community background: Preferred

Required Licenses
Other
CA: Home Health Aide (HHA) license: Required. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license: Preferred.
HI: Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license: Preferred.
OR: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license: Required. Home Health Aide (HHA) license: Preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 yrs of age or older: Required
Refer to the Required Licenses and Certifications list for additional job and/or unit specific requirements.

Required Skills
Refer to Job Analysis #01A for details regarding additional ability requirements.