Home Health Aide/PCA

St Luke Health Services • Oswego, NY

1d • $19

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or licensed therapist in accordance with NYSDOH regulations. Provides clients with assistance with personal hygiene, rehab services, housekeeping and other related supportive tasks. Follows the plan of care as indicated on the aide activity sheets. Completes documentation on forms provided. Observes the client and reports any changes or questions regarding his/her condition and repprts any changes or questions regarding care to the supervising nurse. Attends twelve ( 12) hours of in-service training annually. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of a New York State Health Department approved Home Health Aide training program or successful completion of equivalency testing
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to work independently
• Pass a physical examination and immunization requirements after being offered employment and an annual health assessment thereafter
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, pull, climb, reach, lift, and perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities

Responsibilities

• Provides clients with assistance with personal hygiene
• Provides clients with assistance with rehab services
• Provides clients with assistance with housekeeping
• Provides clients with other related supportive tasks
• Follows the plan of care as indicated on the aide activity sheets
• Completes documentation on forms provided
• Observes the client and reports any changes or questions regarding his/her condition and repprts any changes or questions regarding care to the supervising nurse
• Attends twelve ( 12) hours of in-service training annually
• Other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED