Certified Home Health Aide

Sutter Health•Saratoga, CA

7d•$33 - $46

About The Position

Performs routine patient care, support, and related non-professional household services for homebound patients to meet hygiene, activities of daily living, and comfort needs. Works within the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. May perform specific procedures and/or teaching duties. The successful candidate must hold a Home Health Aide certification from the California Department of Public Health. The role is full-time, with 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday on a variable schedule, and rotating weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED before the start date.
Home Health Aide certification before the start date, issued by the California Department of Public Health.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Valid driver's license.
Auto insurance.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare practices, and universal precautions.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form data and instructions.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Provide routine patient care and support to homebound patients.
Perform non-professional household services related to patients' hygiene, activities of daily living, and comfort needs.
Support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis, using sound judgment and clinical skills.
Build confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.
May perform specific procedures and/or teaching duties.