Home Health Aide - Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center - Part Time Night

Trinity Health • Troy, NY

26d

About The Position

The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides compassionate care to residents of the enhanced assisted living or memory care community at Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center. Working under the supervision and direction of an LPN or RN, the HHA supports residents with activities of daily living while respecting their individual needs, values, and wishes. The role promotes resident independence, dignity, safety, and well-being in a warm, homelike environment and includes building meaningful relationships with residents and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors.

Requirements

• NYS Home Health Aide Certification.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety protocols.
• Working knowledge of computers, including electronic health records, email, required in-service training, and other required applications.
• Physical, visual, and auditory ability adequate to perform resident care.
• Ability to maintain composure and positivity in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to promote each resident's physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being.
• Ability to work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in senior care, health care, or assisted living preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Trinity/SPHP vision, mission, and values in encounters with residents and families, and adhere to the SPHP Code of Conduct.
• Be accountable as an individual and team member for meeting residents' and families' basic needs.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Assist residents with taking medications as needed.
• Encourage and support residents' independence and dignity.
• Monitor residents' safety and well-being, report changes to the LPN, and consult with the LPN or RN about changes in residents' health status.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents by understanding their personal histories, preferences, and routines and anticipating their needs.
• Provide light housekeeping and meal service as needed to help maintain a safe and clean living space.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate and collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.
• Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed