Home Health Aide

Responsible to: Clinical Nursing Supervisor

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Meets competency requirements for HHAs established by Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley
• Follows plan of care as established by the Interdisciplinary team and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Performs simple health procedures that are taught and monitored by the nurse or therapist
• Monitor vital signs and reports to appropriate nurse
• Assist the patients with activities of daily living which may include bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care and shaving
• Assists with patient transfers
• Assists with ambulating
• Assists patient in performing exercises that have been prescribed by appropriate professional personnel
• Assists patient with self-administered medications
• Advises nurse of any changes in patient’s need or condition
• Attends and contributes to meetings when required
• Performs light housekeeping duties and prepares meals
• Documents activities as required
• Performs related duties as indicated
• Participate in staff training and educational programs related to the Compliance Plan and to adhere to the organization’s Standards of Conduct
• Maintains professionalism in all encounters and communications with patients, family, and co-workers

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• A New York State Certified Home Health Aide
• Current New York State driver’s license
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Basic understanding and commitment to Hospice concept of care for the terminally ill
• No restrictions on lifting

Compensation:

Pay Range: $17-$20/hour

Benefits including generous paid time off and sick leave, health insurance, dental and vision insurance available, retirement account with employer
contribution.

To apply, contact Tammy Hayes, Director of Patient Services, 315-265-3105