The Home Health Aide provides personal care services and assistance with daily living activities to clients in their homes. They also document care provided, report changes in client conditions, and follow infection control practices.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant license in Indiana and possess a valid driver's license with insurance. A minimum of 6 months of supervised experience in a clinical setting or one year of home health experience is preferred.
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Job description
Overview
BHI Senior Living Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults by providing a secure environment that supports their needs, values, interests, and independence while encouraging personal and spiritual development. Guided by our faith-based values, BHI has provided exceptional care and service for more than 50 years and now operates ten Life Plan Communities and two Active Adult Communities across Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
What We Offer
Robust benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning day one
Leadership development support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commitment to continuing education and professional growth
Position Summary
The Home Health Aide provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Home Health Aide is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional and performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1.
Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist.
1.
Range of motion exercises 2.
Assistance in ambulation or exercises 2.
Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to: 1.
Bathing 2.
Shampooing 3.
Skin care/nail care 4.
Oral hygiene 5.
Shaving 6.
Dressing 3.
Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to: 1.
Meal preparation/feeding 2.
Laundry 3.
Light housekeeping
1.
Assists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (per state nurse practice laws and Agency policy).
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
401(k) with employer match
Continuing education
Employer-paid life insurance
Leadership development support
2.
Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the Registered Nurse or Therapist.
Follows reporting guidelines in the Care Plan.
3.
Documents care provided and completes the forms required for the client's records.
Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations.
Submits documentation per Agency requirements—at least weekly.
4.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following Agency guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Supervisor/Case Manager.
5.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Does not use equipment until orientation about its operation has been provided.
Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
6.
Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
7.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
8.
Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements.
Identifies learning needs to Agency supervisor.
9.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of Indiana required as obtained through successful completion of an approved program. (Required)
Willingness to travel between patient's homes in the Anderson, IN area. (Required)
Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements. (Required)
Preferred
Minimum of 6-months work experience in a supervised setting, such as a hospital or nursing home, OR shall have one-year work experience within the last five-years in direct patient care in a home health setting
