Provide direct and indirect patient care in home settings under the direction of an RN to maintain patient well-being. Assist patients with activities of daily living and communicate relevant health information to the nursing team.
Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.
Position Summary
The HHA is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a RN in the patient's home. Provides individualized attention, which encourages each patient's ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Essential Functions
Assists patients with activities of daily living, providing for personal care and comfort, assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of patients and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of an RN / provider
Partners with individuals and families to assist them in making progress toward self-care
Promotes family members to share responsibilities of care and encourages the patient to participate in the life of the family, when possible
Provides patient care with consideration of the patient's needs, age, culture, and appropriate standards of care
Involves patient/family in plan of care as directed by the nurse; provides input for evaluation of plan of care
Participates in Home Care interdisciplinary team meetings; utilizes telemonitoring system correctly
Collects and communicates relevant and appropriate information to the nurse according to policy and standards of care including but not limited to: admission database, routine measurements; results of care activities; complaints/concerns of patient and ensures completion daily visit sheets
Attends to the individual needs of patients, which may include but is not limited to assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communicating or other needs in keeping with the individuals' care requirements
Inquires about patient's needs prior to leaving home; observes patients for changes in condition or behavior and promptly reports these changes to appropriate nursing personnel
Maintains the comfort, privacy, and dignity of patients in the delivery of services to them; interacts with patients in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment
Lifts, moves, and transports patients, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention
Performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors; utilizes established hand-off communication protocols; maintains the security of the department
Ensures documentation is complete, accurate and timely; communicates documented information to nurse for evaluation; delivers and files physician orders as directed
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Promotes the mission and values of the organization
Ability to work independently
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, providers or others in a professional manner
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job
The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital's goals and objectives.
Position Requirements
Computer word processing skills
Current IL HHA & CNA certification with at least one year of applicable experience
BLS required within 30 days of hire
Valid driver’s license and current car insurance
Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to communicate, including the ability to read, write, and verbally report information
Knowledge of state, federal, accreditation and regulatory agency laws and requirements governing home healthcare
Pay Range
Pay ranges from $15.250/hour to $20.979/hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)
Hours: Monday- Friday 8a- 5p
Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.
Intrigued? Don’t wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for the Home Health Aide. Be part of an organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of its colleagues. Here at Horizon Health, our employees speak for themselves. Join our family & begin an incredible career!
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