Home Health Aid

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $17-20 per Hour

Home Health Aide

Job Description : Delivers quality home health care services to the Agencys clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Therapist in accordance with physician orders, Agency and industry standards, and federal and state regulations.

Reports to : Registered Nurse or Therapist and Staffing Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility

Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance

Responds to all resident needs and / or requests for care promptly, and provides or obtains assistance with care as necessary

Observes residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and reports promptly to a licensed nurse

Completes all forms and documentation such as incident reports, change of condition reports, and behavior tracking, as requested, and in a timely manner

Prepares and serves meals, assists with eating, not including tube feeding

Makes beds, empties garbage, and tidies rooms daily and as needed

Education and Experience :

Washington DC Home Health Aide license

CPR Certificate

High school diploma or equivalent