Full Time CHHA - Sewell, NJ

CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES•Mantua Township, NJ

4d•$25 - $25

About The Position

Constellation Health Services is seeking a full-time Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) in Sewell, New Jersey. The CHHA is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group, working under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed therapist to provide services that meet patients’ personal needs and promote comfort. Patient-specific personal care is determined by the nurse or therapist and provided to the aide in writing. The aide observes patients, reports and documents observations and care performed, and is assigned in a way that promotes quality, continuity, and safety of care. The role includes personal care, assistance with daily activities and meals, light housekeeping necessary to maintain a safe and comfortable environment, and observation and reporting of changes in a patient’s condition. Candidates must hold a driver’s license and have a vehicle; reliable transportation and willingness to commute are required. The position offers $25.00 per hour, with travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

Certified Home Health Aide in the state of employment.
Meet state training requirements, including ten hours of orientation and a competency evaluation before providing patient care.
Complete at least 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training in a program approved by the Department of Public Health.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
Understanding of home care philosophies and comfort providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
Reliable transportation and willingness to commute to provide in-home patient care.
Valid driver’s license and a vehicle.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned personal care and respond promptly to patient requests; report to the Case Manager if unable to perform a task.
Communicate positively with patients and families while providing ethical, respectful, and confidential care.
Meet patient safety needs and use equipment safely and properly, including foot stools, side rails, and oxygen equipment.
Provide personal care such as bathing, back rubs, hair, skin, and oral hygiene, and shampoos when directed by the registered nurse.
Clean nails and use an emery board; do not cut or clip nails.
Perform light housekeeping necessary to maintain a safe environment, including changing bed linens, light cleaning of the patient area, and essential laundry.
Assist patients with dressing and undressing as assigned.
Plan and prepare nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
Assist with feeding patients as assigned.
Assess and report the patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.
Remain aware of caregivers or other individuals living with the patient and any interpersonal issues.
Observe and document patient observations and care performed.