Home Health Aide

Alternate Solutions Health Network • Fairfax, VA

97d

About The Position

The Home Health Aide (HHA) is an essential member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a nurse within specified geographical territory. The HHA provides compassionate support with activities of daily living and basic personal care needs while ensuring a safe, comfortable living environment. The HHA effectively communicates and documents any changes in patient conditions to the registered nurse or supervisor and maintains positive relationships. The Company adopts the home health aide scope of practice as outlined by the state for its HHA personnel. The HHA/Bath Aide is responsible for any and all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) or 75-hour nurse aide training (CNA)
• One year of experience as a nurse aide in a hospital, nursing home, home care agency, or a private setting under the direct supervision of a RN, which can be verified
• Completion of skills competency test with 80% or higher score
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers
• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating
• Compassionate and caring while working with patients
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member
• Must be observant and detail oriented
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver

Responsibilities

• Performs personal care including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, skin care, toileting, and oral hygiene
• Light housekeeping after completion of personal care, as applicable
• Preparation of meals and assists with laundry as needed
• Assists patients as needed with lifting and transferring
• Performs simple exercises as an extension of therapy services such as: ambulation and range of motion
• Maintains good relationships with the patient, the patient’s family, and staff
• Ensures the living environment is healthy and safe
• Reports any changes to the patient’s medical and living conditions to the supervisor or the case manager
• Completes documentation appropriately and timely
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
• Communicates changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisor
• Follows all legal rules and regulations
• Maintains 12 hours of in-services each calendar year
• Attends mandatory in-services

Benefits

• Competitive financial incentives
• Guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure
• Mileage reimbursement and additional bonus opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to participate in 401k
• Company paid life insurance
• Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees