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Avid Health At Home•Prestonsburg, KY

10h•$13 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Avid Health delivers exceptional personalized in-home care services by hiring compassionate people who believe in taking care of our clients, fellow employees, and the communities we serve. We believe in Access, Value-Based Care, Innovation, and Dedication to Quality. A Kentucky Provider of Choice and Employer of choice, currently serving people in 37 counties across the state. We are hiring multiple candidates for a full time or part time PCA /HHA or CNA position.

Requirements

Current PCA or CNA certification in North Carolina
Reliable transportation
Must be customer service oriented and prepared to liaise with clients, their families and other care providers
Confident working independently
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Willingness to embrace technology/utilize computerized systems
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Current certification/registration with the Kentucky Board of Nursing
Current PCA certification.
Be in compliance with all existing regulations and company policies.
Must meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
PCAs are required to possess a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, ability to read, write and carry out directions and maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification, preferred but not required
Bilingual preferred, but not required
CPR preferred and may be required for some clients.
Bi-lingual – English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Implement and provide day-to-day Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) support to clients within their home as ordered by the physician’s plan of treatment and client’s plan of care
Appropriately assist clients with ADL and personal care in accordance with the client's care plan
Assist or perform personal care including: baths (tub, shower, bed), mouth care, denture care, skin care, foot care (no toenail cutting), grooming (shampoo, comb hair, shave, file nails), dressing and undressing activities, elimination (toilet, commode, urinal, bedpan) and transfers
Assist with ambulation with or without mechanical aids
Assist the client with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist
Appropriately assist with household tasks directly related to the client’s health and care plan
Maintenance of a clean, safe, and healthy environment
Plan and prepare meals according to specific dietary requirements of the client and feed as necessary
Light housekeeping of client’s immediate environment
Laundry of clients bedding and clothing
Assistance in completing activities such as shopping/grocery, errands, and appointments outside of the home
Provide companionship and stimulation for the client including reading, walks, etc. and accompany to medical appointments
Utilize equipment in an appropriate and safe manner
Remind client for self-administration of medication
Accurately document shift details and services accurately within established time parameters
Ensure the safety of clients and self. Follows Universal Precautions and demonstrates safe hand-washing techniques
Observes the client’s general physical, emotional, and mental status, and report all changes in the client’s conditions, family situation, or incidents during shift immediately to agency and client’s designated representative (as instructed by employer)
Maintain and improve skills through attendance with staff development programs and in-service education requirements
Maintain confidentiality in all professional areas and consider the needs of clients and their families, other employees, physicians, visitors, and all members of the community in an informative, courteous, and compassionate manner.