Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) : Home Health
About The Position
21st Century Home Health Services is hiring a full-time Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) for the El Dorado Hills and surrounding area. The role requires field work and visits to patients in their homes. Under the direct supervision of an RN Case Manager, the CHHA provides patient care according to the Plan of Care. Candidates must complete a computer literacy and competency assessment before an in-person interview; it evaluates readiness to use electronic charting and the company’s web-based communication application, as well as understanding of company values. Assessment results are confidential and considered as one of multiple points in the hiring decision. The company describes its model as combining home health care with structure, resources, and support for clinicians. It emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, productivity, patient outcomes, employee satisfaction, open communication, and professional development.
Requirements
- Valid California CHHA certification.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Valid California driver’s license.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and provide the highest quality of care.
- Self-directed approach.
- Empathy.
- Critical-thinking ability.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Organized approach.
- Complete a computer literacy and competency assessment before an in-person interview.
Nice To Haves
- Home health care experience is highly preferred.
- Experience with high-acuity patients is a plus.
- Experience working with an interdisciplinary team is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linen.
- Assist patients with dressing and undressing.
- Provide skin care to prevent breakdown.
- Assist patients with toileting activities.
- Keep the patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate.
- Assist in feeding the patient, if necessary.
- Perform range-of-motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service when ordered and when appropriate skills competency has been completed and demonstrated.
- Assist patients in the self-administration of medication.
- Meet patients’ safety needs and use equipment safely and properly, including foot stools and side rails.
- Report the patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching, described as up to a 4% match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Pet insurance.
- Bonus incentive plans.
- Competitive compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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