Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), Hospice (San Jose County)
About The Position
About ANX: Founded in 2007 by nurses whose visions for the company are built on client-focused quality care for patients and their families first– ANX is committed to providing expert, reliable care utilizing best practices with an emphasis on community health. Home Healthcare: We provide physician-ordered skilled nursing and health care services to homebound patients recovering from illness or injury. We have worked with physicians and families in developing custom home care solutions for patients requiring specialists in wound care, diabetes management, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nutritional assessments and dietary counseling. ANX Hospice Care: ANX also provides 24/7 hospice care for individuals with limited life expectancies or for patients no longer willing to seek aggressive medical treatment. Hospice care is provided by our specially-trained team of health care professionals, including a medical director/physician, medical social worker, skilled nurse, home health aide, spiritual counselor and hospice volunteer. With these strong values, we are able to partner with multiple insurances, offer an array of services, and have been awarded with: Best Places to Work (2017 to 2025) - SF Business Times/Silicon Valley Business Journal Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for meeting rigorous performance standards in delivering quality, safe care CMS - Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Certified Health Plan of San Mateo Preferred Partner Kaiser Permanente Preferred Partner Dignity Health Preferred Post-Acute Care Partner 5.0 Star Reviews on Indeed 4.6 Star Glassdoor Rating with 95% CEO approval Position Summary: This position is Per Diem. Work under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and perform various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs Maintain records of patient care, conditions, and observations, and report any significant changes to the care team Ensure high quality patient experience and positive health outcomes by providing hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, grooming, etc.) Assist in ambulation and exercise, perform range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service Help patients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration, assisting in wound care maintenance, noticing changes in health condition, and reporting any significant changes to the care team Positions available in Santa Clara County
Requirements
- Current CHHA license
- Minimum of 1-year nursing experience required
- Current CPR card for Healthcare Providers
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to travel per job requirement
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of Home Healthcare / Hospice experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing personal care including, baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linen
- Assisting patients with dressing and undressing
- Skin care to prevent breakdown
- Assisting the patient with toileting activities
- Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
- Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.
- Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
- Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
- Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
- Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication.
- Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.).
- Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
Benefits
- Earn $26-$30/hour as a Certified Home Heath Aide (CHHA)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Discount Program
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
