Fortcom Health Services·Quincy, Massachusetts
The Direct Care Aide provides hands-on assistance with activities of daily living and independent living skills in the patient's home. They are also responsible for medication reminders, maintaining accurate visit logs, and reporting changes in the patient's medical condition to the staff nurse.
At Fortcom Health Services, we are committed to providing quality healthcare that improves patients’ lives in the comfort of their homes. As our organization continues to grow, we are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Direct Care Aide to join our clinical team.
Reports To: Program Director
Need Direct Care Aide to cover Fall River, East Boston
Preferably hold a valid certification as a home health aide One or more years of experience working with elders and people with disabilities providing assistance with ADLs and IADLs
The responsibilities of the registered nurse include: Provision of hands-on or cueing and supervision with ADLs and IADLs in accordance with the individual’s GAFC plan of care Provides personal care and related services in the home Issuing reminders to the member about prescribed medications Timely refilling of the member’s prescriptions Completing a direct care aide log for each visit Sending the completed direct care aide log at the end of each month to the nurse Monitoring and reporting any nonurgent or nonemergency changes in the member’s medical condition or in the home situation to the staff nurse ADLS and IADLS ADLs (Basic Self-Care): Personal hygiene/grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, and moving around (ambulating/transferring). IADLs (Independent Living Skills): Managing finances, managing transportation, shopping, meal preparation, housekeeping, and managing medications. This is a per diem position and will be paid $25 per visit.
Candidates should preferably hold a valid home health aide certification. At least one year of experience working with elders or individuals with disabilities is required.
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