Home Care Aide - Homecare

Hartford Healthcare • Vernon, CT

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About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager. This position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager. The Nurse Aide performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of the RN. This position is Certified by the State of CT and employee can be trained and scheduled to provide hospice care in skilled nursing facilities. COMPETENCIES: Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions in English. Ability to drive a car, possession of a current driver’s license, and access to a car. Must show proof of automobile insurance with a minimum liability coverage of $20,000/$40,000. Flexibility; must be punctual and dependable. Ability to get along with people, a sympathetic attitude and ability to adjust to varying complex home situations. Ability to motivate; ability to work well with other members of the Home Care Team. Desire and motivation to grow in knowledge and to attend the required 12 hours of in-service education per calendar year. Must have excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions, both written and verbal, to adhere to Agency Personnel Policies and Dress Code, and to maintain confidentiality. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer\: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. Eastern Connecticut Health Network reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities to this position

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to drive a car, possession of a current driver’s license, and access to a car.
• Must show proof of automobile insurance with a minimum liability coverage of $20,000/$40,000.
• Flexibility; must be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to get along with people, a sympathetic attitude and ability to adjust to varying complex home situations.
• Ability to motivate; ability to work well with other members of the Home Care Team.
• Desire and motivation to grow in knowledge and to attend the required 12 hours of in-service education per calendar year.
• Must have excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions, both written and verbal, to adhere to Agency Personnel Policies and Dress Code, and to maintain confidentiality.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certificate to practice as a Home Health Aide in the State of Connecticut or CNA with certification with the Connecticut State Nurse Aide Registry.
• Is enrolled in or has completed a Basic Approved Training Program as defined by Licensure Regulations or evidence of meeting the exemption criteria as defined by the Licensure Regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as CNA/HCA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the patient with personal care and ADLs to include bathing, oral hygiene, toileting, feeding, dressing, exercises, ambulation transfers, and medications that are ordinarily self-administered.
• Providing normal household services essential to patient care at home, meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping duties.
• Reports to RN Case Manager or Registered Nurse (RN) designee any recognized changes in patient’s condition.
• May provide hospice care in Skilled Nursing Facilities per Plan of Care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients and families. Communicates at patient’s level of understanding. Adheres to confidentiality policy regarding patient scheduling, work assignments, agency-related work issues, personal issues, and avoids controversial topics.
• Meets annual in-service requirements of 12 hours, 6 of which must be hospice related. Participates in other agency activities such as small group, focus groups, committees, and preceptorships. Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Privacy Plan as per written agreement.
• Performs other duties as necessary to support Agency programs as assigned by the Home Health Aide Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees