Home Health Aide (Hha) Or CNA - Full-Time

North Hill Retirement Community•Needham, MA

20h

About The Position

North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community in Needham, Massachusetts, provides hospitality, wellness, and health care services to people age 65 and older. The Home Health Home Support Aide (HHA) or CNA provides patient care and necessary services in compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, state and federal regulations, and North Hill policies, procedures, and standards. The role partners with patients to provide person-centered care, including activities of daily living and light homemaking activities. The position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, Massachusetts certification as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant, and two years of experience as a CNA or HHA. A satisfactory background investigation is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Home Health Aide certification or Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the State of Massachusetts.
Two years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide.
Ability to read, write, and understand English; effective English communication when working in resident areas.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA safeguards.
Strong customer support skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work professionally with people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to deal tactfully with team members, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
Proficiency with computer software programs.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a CNA or HHA in a home health care setting.

Responsibilities

Provide person-centered assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, nail care, shaving, and bowel and bladder functions.
Follow the written plan of care when providing direct patient care and ensure required training has been conducted by the Registered Nurse.
Complete required visit documentation and communication notes within 24 hours of a home visit.
Comply with orientation and supervisory visit schedules.
Report changes in patients’ conditions to the nurse and complete necessary documentation promptly.
Assist with responding to emergencies.
Respect patient rights, preferences, choices, confidentiality, and privacy, and protect patients from abuse.
Complete documentation for ancillary services and supplies to support tracking and correct billing.
Use electronic health documentation appropriately.
Complete refrigerator temperature check logs as assigned.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care coordination and collaboration.
Follow infection-control protocols and attend Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement meetings.
Complete 12 hours of annual in-service education as required by Medicare Conditions of Participation.
Follow safety requirements and exposure procedures, follow the Emergency Management Plan, and participate in fire and evacuation drills.
Meet department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements.
Comply with OSHA safety regulations and applicable local health, safety, and environmental laws.
Attend and participate in in-service education classes, Healthcare Academy, and staff meetings as directed.