Home Health Care Aide Jobs in Huron, South Dakota

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Home Health Aide

Porchlight Huron, SD

Independent Health Solutions Works under the supervision of the Director of Nurses or designated skilled nurse. Provides direct patient care as assigned by the skilled nurse. Provides quality and delivery of home health care services. Assist in the home health care services that reflect the home health care agency philosophy and standards of home health nursing care of assigned clients. High school graduation required. Home Health 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 patient 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 required. Attends twelve (12) hours of Aide oriented in services per year. Participates in professional meetings when directed. 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 patient care. Duties Ensure quality and safe delivery of home health care services. Participates in development and implementation of client plans of care per home health 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. 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 40 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 write up to 3 hours per day. Able to work in a stressful environment. Able to drive 50-100 miles per day. Able to assess and communicate with ill patients, co-workers, and general public. Is neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene. May be employed by the agency if he or she has met the following conditions: Home Health Aide is expected to pass competency examination with at least an 80% or better. The content of the competency evaluation of the agency will include is not limited to: Communication skills; Observation, reporting, and documentation of a clients status and the care or service furnished. Reading and recording temperatures, pulse, and respiration, and blood pressures. Basic infection control procedures and instruction on universal precautions Basic elements of body functions and changes in body function that must be reported to the supervisor. Maintenance of a clean, healthy, and safe environment Recognizing emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures. The physical, emotional, and developmental needs of and ways to work with the populations served by the agency including, the need for respect for the client and his or her privacy and property. 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; Patient rights; and Any other task that the agency may choose to have the home health aide perform

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Home Health Aide

PorchLight Services Huron, SD

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIndependent Health SolutionsWorks· under the supervision of the Director of Nurses or designated skilled nurse. Provides direct patient care as assigned by the skilled nurse. Provides quality and delivery of home health care services. Assist in the home health care services that reflect the home health care agency philosophy and standards of home health nursing care of assigned clients.• High school graduation required.• Home Health 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 patient 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 required.• Attends twelve (12) hours of Aide oriented in services per year.• Participates in professional meetings when directed• Shall have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered pennanent employment with this agency.• Is able to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing patient care.DutiesEnsure quality and safe delivery of home health care services.Participates in development and implementation of client plans of care per home health 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.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 40 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 write up to 3 hours per day.• Able to work in a stressful environment.• Able to drive 50-100 miles per day.• Able to assess and communicate with ill patients, co-workers, and general public.• Is neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene.May be employed by the agency if he or she has met the following conditions:Home Health Aide is expected to pass competency examination with at least a 80% or better. The content of the competency evaluation of the agency will include is not limited to:Communication skills;observation, reporting, and documentation of a client's status and the care or service furnished.reading and recording temperatures, pulse, and respiration, and blood pressures.basic infection control procedures and instruction on universal precautionsbasic elements of body functions and changes in body function that must be reported to the supervisor.maintenance of a clean, healthy, and safe environmentrecognizing emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures.the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of and ways to work with the populations served by the agency including, the need for respect for the client and his or her privacy and property.appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming that include:bed bathsponge, tub, or shower bath;shampoo, sink, tub, or bed;nail and hair care;oral hygiene; andtoileting and eliminating;safe transfer techniques and ambulation;normal range of motion and position;adequate nutrition and fluid intake;patient rights; andany other task that the agency may choose to have the home health aide perform

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Home Health Aides Wanted - St. Clair County

PRESCRIBED THERAPY LLC Port Huron, MI

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCERTIFIED CAREGIVERS / HOME HEALTH AIDES NEEDEDJoint Commission accredited home health agency which specializes in the long term treatment and rehabilitation of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) patients is looking for qualified, professional caregivers for in-home care.Full-time, part-time, and contingent positions available. Certificate of training or licensure such as CNA, MA, CHHA, etc. highly desired. Previous experience with TBI and SCI a plus.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Adhere to the clients plan of care, which may include:Assisting with care needs, specifically but not limited to; dressing, grooming, medication, etc.Assisting with meal preparationAssisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's)Light housekeepingComplete all required documents and charting in a timely fashion.Follow all emergency procedures.Comply with all safety and health standards, including infection control.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.Must be 18 years of age or older.Must be able to verify eligibility to work in the United States of America.Must be able to effectively communicate in English, which includes documentation.Must have a valid drivers license.Must have reliable transportation.Must not have a criminal background.Please fax your resume to 248-324-4664, or email your resume to [email protected] Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: From $15.00 per hourExpected hours: 20 – 40 per weekBenefits:Flexible schedulePaid orientationMedical specialties:Home HealthPhysical & Rehabilitation MedicineWound CareStandard shift:Day shiftNight shiftWeekly schedule:Monday to FridayWeekends as neededWork setting:In-personJCAHO accredited facilityLong term careEducation:High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:Home Care: 1 year (Required)Work Location: In person

Home Health Care Aide jobs in Huron