Home Health Aide

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Job Summary

Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the client in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Job Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma preferred.
• Licensure: Must have current Texas driver's license.
• Experience: At least one year experience in the last 24 months as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home or home health/hospice agency, or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program within the last 24 months.
• Skills: Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly. Proof of current CPR and Hepatitis profile. Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist and written Skills Test. 
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Current auto liability insurance coverage.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care
• Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per company policy.
• Provide necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provide an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy and property.
• Provide skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provide skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to company policy.
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by attending 12 hours of in-services per year.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Promotes organizations philosophy, mission, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Apply Today!

Do you believe you would be a good fit for our unique company culture? If you are passionate about home care, hospice and community services, we invite you to submit a resume and cover letter to:
careers@integracarehh.com. Be sure to put in the subject line the desired location.