Stna/Cna

Alternate Solutions Health Network • Detroit, MI

3d

About The Position

The Home Health Aide I (HHA) is an essential member of the home care team and works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Supervising Therapist. The HHA provides compassionate support with activities of daily living and basic personal care needs while helping maintain a safe, comfortable living environment. The role requires communicating and documenting changes in patient conditions to the registered nurse or supervisor and maintaining positive relationships. The company follows the state-defined home health aide scope of practice, and the HHA is responsible for duties within that scope.

Requirements

• One year of verifiable experience as a nurse aide in a hospital, nursing home, home care agency, or private setting under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Complete a skills competency test with a score of 80% or higher.
• Effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
• Remain calm, patient, and accommodating.
• Demonstrate compassion and care when working with patients.
• Follow directions and work as a team member.
• Be observant and detail-oriented.
• Have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance listing the employee as a driver.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) credential or completion of 75-hour nurse aide training (CNA).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, skin care, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Clean up supplies and the service area after providing personal care.
• Assist patients with lifting and transferring as needed.
• Perform simple exercises as an extension of therapy services, such as ambulation and range of motion.
• Maintain good relationships with patients, their families, and staff.
• Help ensure the living environment is healthy and safe.
• Report changes in patients’ medical or living conditions to the supervisor or case manager.
• Complete documentation appropriately and on time.
• Understand and follow agency policies and procedures.
• Communicate schedule or availability changes to schedulers or a supervisor.
• Follow applicable legal rules and regulations.
• Complete 12 hours of in-services each calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED