RN/LPN Needed for Home Health Aide Agency at Blue Shield Healthcare Services LLC

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Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)/ Home Health Aide(HHA)

Traditions of Columbus Columbus, 47201

Personal Care Assistant SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTIONS The Personal Care Assistant provides nursing and nursing related services to residents consistent with each resident's comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The Personal Care Assistant maintains a homelike environment for the residents, protects and promotes resident rights, and assists the person to maintain independence and control to the greatest extent possible. ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS Provides direct care to residents to improve or maintain the resident's abilities according to the resident's plan of care. Seeks assistance of Nurse when unsure of assignment, procedure, or situation. Receives and completes all patient care assignments and other activities as assigned by Nurse. Provides delivery of care in a compassionate, quality manner with kindness, respect, and dignity. Participates in improving quality of environment by positively contributing to the elimination of odors and pressure wounds and maintenance of a clean and homelike environment. Assists in activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, transferring, and feeding of assigned residents by providing set-up assistance, verbal prompts, physical support, or more extensive assistance as more fully described below: Bathing — Assists transporting resident to tub or shower, adjusts water temperature, washes/rinses resident, and dries body thoroughly with clean towels while maintaining privacy for resident at all times. Gives complete baths at frequency stated in the Nursing Care Policies. Gives bath as necessary to each patient when bed linen and/or clothing is wet or soiled. Provides extra care to the skin of incontinent residents, and those who have been sitting in chairs for periods of time. Dressing — Locates, selects, and obtains clothing for resident. Assists residents with snaps, zippers, and buttons after donning clothes or removing them. Recognizes clothing in need of repair and communicates clothing needs to resident and to Nurse. Elimination/Toileting — Promptly assists resident to bathroom according to toileting schedule or promptly brings clean bedpan or urinal. Opens, removes clothing in preparation, cleans resident if resident is unable to clean self, adjusts clothing, cleans residents’ and own hands. Measures and records output as directed by Nurse and plan of care. Provides catheter care according to community procedure and infection control policies. Mobility — Assists resident or provides range of motion exercises to all joints. Provides weight- bearing assistance or physical support for ambulating. Pushes wheel chair if needed. Maintains safe environment for mobile resident by removing obstacles, inspecting equipment, and reporting defects to Nurse. Monitors resident progress toward treatment goals and reports responses to Nurse. Transfer — Positions resident for transfer. Uses correct body mechanics and transfer technique and equipment according to plan of care, resident ability, and self-ability. Obtains assistance of another staff member if needed before starting to transfer a resident. Eating — Provides set-up assistance for meal tray. Opens, pours, unwraps, and cuts food if resident is unable to help self. If indicated, actively encourages residents to chew, eat, and swallow. Socializes with resident during mealtimes. Assists or cleans resident after meals. Serves nourishment and snacks as ordered. Documents and reports fluid intake and output accurately. Prepares resident for meals including washing face and hands, repositioning, and applying a bib as instructed. Reports any change in resident's appetite to supervisor and watches all diabetics carefully. Grooming — Shaves, trims, shampoos, and combs hair of residents as instructed. Cleans and soaks finger and toenails (as instructed) before trimming. Assists patients with oral hygiene as instructed. Provides care in a manner that protects and promotes resident rights, dignity, privacy, confidentiality, self-determination and active participation. Offers and respects resident choices in matters of daily routine. Refers to residents by proper names unless resident requests otherwise. Avoids use of all pet names. Handles all resident property with respect. Observes and immediately reports to Nurse, unusual occurrences, significant changes in resident's physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interaction, angry or sad behaviors, and refusals of treatment. Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of plans of care for assigned residents and reports information about conditions, responses to interventions and suggestions for alternative approaches to the Nurse. Assists with preparation for state inspections as directed. Attends survey training and interacts with state surveyors as directed by Nurse or nursing management. Uses personal protective equipment properly whenever indicated. Records accurate, legible information about resident care, conditions, and observations made in appropriate sections of resident records. Regularly communicates throughout shift with Nurse about assigned residents. Monitors physical environment for safety or fire hazards, malfunctioning equipment including call lights, and corrects or reports potential problems to housekeeping and maintenance immediately and to Nurse. Cleans up all spills immediately. Immediately reports injury to Nurse. Participates in fire and disaster drills. In the event of an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure resident safety. Reports to Nurse at the beginning and end of each shift and before and after meal and rest breaks. Performs all nursing procedures in the way in which he/she has been trained, directed and approved by instructor/supervisor. Washes hands before and after taking care of every resident. Cleans and stores equipment and personal care items. When caring for a resident, responsible for keeping the whole unit clean and in good order (includes making beds and cleaning mattresses). Passes clean water pitchers, glasses, and ice water as scheduled providing each resident with an individual pitcher with a lid. Responds to every signal light and buzzer promptly (within 5 minutes of first ring) and courteously considering each light as an emergency until answered. Takes weights and heights as scheduled. Performs range of motion to patients as instructed during a.m. and p.m. care. Positions all residents' tubing's and bags as instructed. Complies with the facility's privacy and confidentially practices and procedures related to resident and employee records and all state/federal privacy laws as outlined. Cleans assigned resident rooms, bathrooms and common areas daily while maintaining resident’s privacy at all times. Employees must knock and announce before entering any resident room. Keeps utility and storage rooms in clean and orderly condition. Sweeps and cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and draperies. Posts signs indicating a safety hazard anytime housekeeping activities pose environmental hazards to staff, residents, visitors or others in the community. Dusts furniture, handrails and equipment. Washes windows, door panels and sills. Empties wastebaskets and transports to disposal area. Uses personal protective equipment when at risk of exposure to blood or other potentially hazardous body fluids and all other times indicated by community policies and procedures. Complies with all safety instructions and procedures when using chemical substances. Refers to labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for instructions. Keeps all chemicals and cleaning supplies in their original containers. Asks supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques. Monitors and reports evidence of rodents or pests to supervisor. Monitors workplace for safety and fire hazards and corrects or reports potential problems. Reports housekeeping/laundry and maintenance problems including equipment breakdown to immediate supervisor. Secures housekeeping supplies in safe fashion. Washes and folds resident laundry and linens. Operates laundry equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions. Hangs, bags, folds, and bundles laundry/linens for delivery to resident knocking and announcing before entering resident rooms. Maintains proper separation between soiled and clean laundry. Note: The essential functions of this job may be revised or updated as community needs dictate. NON-ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisor responsibilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work overtime. EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All PCA’s must: Be at least eighteen (18) years of age Demonstrate an ability to read, write and understand job-related information and directions in English. Have first-aid training within sixty (60) days of hire Have the following training prior to providing personal care without supervision: Correct techniques of providing personal care services, Observation, reporting, communication & interpersonal skills. Training shall be provided by an RN or LPN under direction of an RN. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Ability to recognize changes in resident's conditions evidenced by physical symptoms, verbal expression, or observation of change in mental or psychosocial status. Ability to coordinate numerous activities at any given time and make rational, sound judgments and judicious decision quickly, often under pressure. Ability to prioritize tasks and use good time management. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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Home Health Aide

Visiting Angels Columbus West Columbus, OH

As a Home Health Aide with the ability to transport, your primary responsibility is to provide personal care and assistance to individuals who are unable to perform daily tasks on their own due to illness, injury, or old age. In addition to traditional Home Health Aide duties, your role would also involve transportation-related tasks. Here is a comprehensive job description: As a Home Health Aide with transportation capabilities, you will be responsible for providing compassionate care and assistance to individuals in their homes. In addition to the standard Home Health Aide duties, you will also be required to transport clients to medical appointments, therapy sessions, social outings, and other essential destinations. Responsibilities: - Personal Care: Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding, while ensuring their comfort and dignity. - Medication Reminders: Remind clients to take their prescribed medications according to the provided schedule - Mobility Assistance: Help clients with mobility issues to move around the house safely, including transferring them between beds, chairs, and other locations. -Transportation: Safely transport clients to medical appointments, therapy sessions, social events, and other necessary destinations using a personal car - Companionship: Engage in meaningful conversations and provide emotional support to clients, fostering a positive and caring environment. - Light Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up living spaces, doing laundry, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for clients. - Meal Preparation: Assist with meal planning and preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences as directed. -Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the care provided, including any changes in the client's condition or daily activities. -Communication: Regularly communicate with the client's family, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to update them on the client's progress and address any concerns. - Safety Awareness: Maintain a vigilant attitude towards potential hazards and promptly report any accidents, incidents, or concerns related to client well-being. Requirements: One year minimum of hands on Caregiving experience or STNA license Transportation Skills: Possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Comfortable driving clients in a safe and responsible manner using a personal car *mileage reimbursement Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and assist clients with mobility challenges, as well as perform physical tasks associated with personal care and light housekeeping. Compassion and Empathy: Show genuine care and concern for clients' well-being, with an empathetic approach to understand their needs and provide emotional support. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals. Reliability and Punctuality: Demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and dependability in meeting clients' scheduled appointments and providing consistent care. Flexibility: Adaptability to work with diverse clients, varying schedules, and different environments while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Background Check: Consent to and pass a thorough background check, including criminal records, to ensure the safety and security of clients.

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Home Health Aide

NursingJobs.us Columbus, IN

About the RoleAs a Home Health Aide, you'll provide essential care and support to patients in their own homes. You'll assist with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.Key Responsibilities• Personal Care: Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.• Household Chores: Help with light housekeeping tasks, such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.• Medication Reminders: Remind patients to take medications as prescribed.• Vital Signs: Monitor patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration.• Companionship: Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.• Transportation: Assist with transportation to medical appointments or errands.Qualifications• High school diploma or equivalent• Certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA) is preferred but not always required• Basic knowledge of healthcare procedures• Strong interpersonal and communication skills• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervisionBenefits• Competitive wages• Flexible scheduling• Opportunities for professional growth• Rewarding work environmentJoin our team and make a positive impact on the lives of patients in their homes!

Home Health Aide

Adaptive Columbus, IN

Starting pay rate $16.35 an hour! Offer weekly pay! Our staff and clients are the number one concern at Adaptive! We are looking to hire Home Health Aide's who are passionate about helping provide companion support and caring assistance in the setting our clients prefer -- at home . You could be part of one of the fastest growing segments of the health care industry, with one of the fastest growing companies in the state! Gain quality and personal patient interaction experience. Be a part of a FRESH take on home care in Indiana! The benefits of working for Adaptive are: Competitive pay, shift differential and raises No pre-employment costs Weekly pay & mileage reimbursement Insurance Paid time off for full-time staff Assignments close to home Employee discount program An organized and appreciative office staff Job duties include, but not limited to: Companions for the client Transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery store, etc. Light housekeeping Meal preparation Laundry Assistance with ADL's Qualifications : Valid driver's license Access to insured and reliable transportation Dedication to professional development, including organizational and state-required training Data Security and Privacy Statement At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties. We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us. Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.

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Home Health Aide

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Home Health Aide STNA

Help at Home Columbus, Ohio

Now offering a pay rate of $16-$18 per hour! Help at Home is the nation’s leading provider of in-home support to seniors. We are currently hiring in your community! Join our team TODAY and begin building your career in a high-demand industry. Why should you join Help at Home? Flexible scheduling Weekly pay Travel pay Direct deposit and cash card offered Meaningful work with clients who need your help Industry leader with 40+ years of history in a high-demand field Become a Help at Home Hero TODAY! As a Home Care Aide, you’ll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes, and support them with the following types of activities: Light housekeeping, including organizing, laundry, and basic cleaning Personal activities such as dressing, grooming, and assisting with meals Running errands, grocery shopping, and/or accompanying your clients to appointments Eligibility Requirements: STNA OR Completed a Home Health Aide Training that lasted at least 75 hours, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, and covered the required topics. Be in good physical health, including Documentation of a tuberculosis test within six (6) months prior to the first assignment (where required) Dedication to professional development, including organizational and state-required Training *Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits, time off, and bonuses vary by state and location. OHIO ONLY - Effective 12/9/2024, $500 hiring bonus eligibility will be based on remaining an active employee with at least 500 hours worked. In addition, a second bonus of $500 will be paid to caregivers who work an additional 500 hours. Caregivers MUST be active employees at the time of bonus payout. New and previous caregivers who have not worked for Help at Home within the last 12 months will be eligible for the bonus. Caregivers transferring from an organization within the Help at Home, LLC portfolio of companies are not eligible to receive the bonus. Data Security and Privacy Statement At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties. We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us. Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.

Home Care Aide

Caring Nurses Home Health Care, LLC Columbus, OH

Benefits/Perks: Flexible Scheduling Job Summary: We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus. Responsibilities: Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles. Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care. Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor. Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert. Give medications and immunizations. Engage patients in exercises or other activities. Qualifications: Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program. High School Diploma or GED. One year prior professional experience. Driver’s license required. CPR certification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Home Health Aide

StoryPoint Group Columbus, OH

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Wages On-Demand allowing early access to your earned wages before payday Generous holiday pay Growth opportunities Individualized attention and appreciation from CorsoCare Staff Coordinators Hands on, PAID community training at Independence Village & StoryPoint Awesome referral program for those you know, that also go above and beyond Position Summary: As an HHA you will cover needs at different Senior Living Communities for a shift, several days or weeks, depending on that community’s needs. You are responsible for providing caring and personalized assistance for residents living in our communities. This position will assist residents in all day-to-day functions. Required Experience for HHA: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Previous Healthcare, Geriatrics or experience working with the elderly population preferred. Desire to work with geriatric population essential. Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance. Training per state requirements. Responsibilities for HHA: Provide care support to communities within assigned geographical region. Comfortable driving up to an hour (45-50 miles). Bathe and clean, as needed, both male and female residents by bed bath, shower and/or whirlpool. Assist in cleaning teeth, shampooing/combing hair, cleaning and cutting nails, applying make-up, shaving, and cleaning glasses of both male and female residents. Assist residents as needed in dressing appropriately, encouraging usual and appropriate clothing. Make residents’ beds and change linens as needed, clean up room and closet, picking up unnecessary articles and arranging room neatly. Assist residents requiring total or partial assist with dining, set up food for residents needing assistance. Follow medication administration protocols as identified for each individual resident. Answer emergency calls promptly. Assist residents with bedpan, urinal, and bedside commode or to bathroom as needed and/or as directed. Check and change incontinent brief every two hours or more frequently if needed. Take and give notice in writing, vital signs (temp, pulse, respiration & blood pressure), heights and weights as requested, report abnormal or unusual signs to nurse or Executive Director. Report skin breakdown, pressure sores and changes in residents’ physical/mental condition to Wellness Director or Executive Director immediately. Clean wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, bedpans and urinals per schedule. Report unusual color or odor of excretions (urine, drainage, stool or sputum) before discarding it. Assist in the transport, transfer, ambulation, frequent positioning, provide ROM to residents and all other ADL’s as assigned. Use measures that ensure resident and associate safety. Request assistance when lifting, turning and moving residents, using lifting devices when needed. Transport to activities, meals and appointments as requested. Help maintain personal dignity of each resident by ensuring privacy and treating them with respect. Understand and follow Resident Bill of Rights. Provide, direct and participate in activity programming and activity-based care for the residents. Assist in admission, transfer and discharge of residents including ensuring rooms are ready for admit and assist resident with belongings upon discharge. Complete Daily Assignment sheets during shift and according to instructions using only authorized abbreviations. Follow universal precautions and isolation procedures for infection control. Accept changes/additions to schedule during staffing difficulties when necessary. Accepts assignment in time of emergency, regardless of any location and/or any day of the week be it weekend/holidays. Additional duties as assigned, including assisting with dining and housekeeping. General Working Conditions: This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and push/pull equipment frequently. The employee is expected to possess good organization skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. The employee must be compassionate and empathetic. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may frequently bend, reach, grasp, and climb. The employee may need to squat and kneel. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Home Care Aide

Inspiring Care Llc Columbus, OH

Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Job Summary We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care, but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus. Responsibilities Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert Give medications and immunizations Engage patients in exercises or other activities Qualifications Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program High School Diploma or GED One-year prior professional experience Driver’s license required CPR certification required #J-18808-Ljbffr

Columbus, OH

Posted 517 days ago

Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description Job Description We are looking for an LPN for home visits and RN for opening cases. Experience with patient care is required. Job pays $50/hr for recerts and $65-$70/hr for an opening. If interested please call 614-396-8722 and leave your contact information. Thanks!