PACE Home Health Aide PRN
Clearwater, Florida
Employer: EMPATH HEALTH
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
The PACE Home Health Aide:
Qualifications and Requirements:
Suncoast PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive health care and support services to Pinellas County seniors with chronic health conditions. As a member of Empath Health, our focus is on helping participants remain healthy and independent while living in their own homes.
Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.
Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.
Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
- Consults each day with the Home Care RN (or designee) to be updated on participant's status, changes in plan of care and to confirm scheduled visits.
- Under the direction and supervision of the Home Care RN assists participants in the home with the following duties:
- Personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care and bathing.
- Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation.
- Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel.
- Prepares meals, including therapeutic diets, assists participants with meals.
- Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans, or urinals.
- Assisting participants with medications which are ordinarily self-administered.
- Other duties taught by a health profession for a specific participant such as: taking of vitals, changing colostomy bags, changing of non-sterile dressing and non-sterile bowel and bladder hygiene care.
- Performs directed household services.
- Reports changes in participant's condition and needs to the Home Care RN..
- Completes appropriate documentation of services provided.
- Follows all SUNCOAST PACE/EMPATH LIFE/STRATUM LIFE policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
- Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.
- Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices Universal Precautions.
- Maintains safe working environment.
- Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
- Documents all participant care and services provided at each visit and within the standards of the agency.
- Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.
- Participates in and supports Quality Improvement Initiatives.
- Performs other duties as required or requested.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Current Certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) in the State of Florida and/or Home Health Aide Certification required.
- Home Health Aide certification with 75 hours completed.
- Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
- Successfully complete a Competency Assessment upon hire and receive annual competency assessments.
- Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
- Post Offer Employment Testing (POET) or Fit for Duty examination (as necessary) with "Capable" result required.
Suncoast PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive health care and support services to Pinellas County seniors with chronic health conditions. As a member of Empath Health, our focus is on helping participants remain healthy and independent while living in their own homes.
Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.
Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.
Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
Created: 2024-04-30
Reference: PACEH007944
Country: United States
State: Florida
City: Clearwater
ZIP: 33755
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