Homemaker Caregiver (New Haven)
About The Position
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford HealthCare Independence at Home enables elderly & disabled individuals to achieve maximum independence, to participate in their own plan of care, and to live with dignity while receiving quality care in their own homes. Our staff of highly trained professionals treat patients holistically, considering family and living situations for the most appropriate care plan. The Homemaker Caregiver position provides personal hygiene and grooming care to clients; Assistance with toileting, ambulation, etc.; Providing meals for clients' nutritional needs; Reporting changes in clients' condition to nurse, supervisor, or client care coordinator; Performing routine housekeeping and home management duties; Recording each client's care on care plan and submitting care plan in a timely manner; Assisting with providing emotional support for the clients and their families; Assisting with routine therapy exercises; Participating in case conferences as requested; Attends all required in-service education sessions; Has the ability to use computer software program and smart phone for required education; Represents the company in a positive and professional manner through a high level of customer service; Can think critically without direct supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate.
Requirements
- Two years of continuous work experience
- One year of previous patient care experience; specific experience as designated by work area may be required
- Must have a current and valid Driver's License in good standing along with reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance
Nice To Haves
- New Grad CNA's are welcome
Responsibilities
- Provides personal hygiene and grooming care to clients
- Assistance with toileting, ambulation, etc.
- Providing meals for clients' nutritional needs
- Reporting changes in clients' condition to nurse, supervisor, or client care coordinator
- Performing routine housekeeping and home management duties
- Recording each client's care on care plan and submitting care plan in a timely manner
- Assisting with providing emotional support for the clients and their families
- Assisting with routine therapy exercises
- Participating in case conferences as requested
- Attends all required in-service education sessions
- Has the ability to use computer software program and smart phone for required education
- Represents the company in a positive and professional manner through a high level of customer service
- Can think critically without direct supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
