Personal Caregiver
Company: LHC Group
Location: Milford
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Overview Currently Hiring Per Diem Home Health Aides to
join our growing team in Wallingford! We offer WEEKLY Pay and
Flexible Schedules. $500 Loyalty BONUS Available! The Home Health
Aide (HHA) is responsible for providing patients with in-home
personal care aide and designated health related aide services to
maintain the patient's physical and emotional well being. Almost
Family, a LHC Group company, is the preferred post-acute care
partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From
home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and
community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective
care that empowers patients to manage their health at home.
Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with
LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More
hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are
united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
Essential Functions Consistently and reliably accepts patient
assignments based on patient and agency needs. Available on
designated work days. Follows all policies and procedures of LHC
Group and agency, as well as all applicable federal, state and
local requirements. Understands and complies with HIPAA and any
other confidentiality obligations. Accurate and timely
documentation of hours worked. Accurate and timely documentation of
services performed. Monitors patient condition by observing
physical and mental condition and exercise. Accurate and timely
reporting of observations of the patient's condition to the
appropriate supervisor including immediate notification of any
incidents, accidents, or unusual conditions. Effective utilization
of the Electronic Visit Verification or other visit documentation
program as applicable. Competent provision of and/or assistance
with activities of daily living as applicable including: bathing,
dental care, nail care, filing only, skin care including peri care
and lotion application. Safe transfer of patient from bed to chair
and to wheelchair. Safe transfer of patients on and off bedpan
and/or toilet. Documents all client related activities in a timely
manner. Assists patient with bedtime preparations including
personal care, dressing, positioning and medication reminders.
Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services,
shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and
serving meals and snacks, and running errands. Assists with
ambulation including with cane, walker or crutches, if appropriate
and helps patients care for themselves. Accompanies client to
medical appointments. Measures and records oral, rectal, and
auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure
when ordered within the training limitations. Prepares meals as
required based upon the patient's preferred or prescribed diet and
assists with feeding as needed. Provides clean and safe environment
within the home including safe use of equipment needed by the
patient. Responds promptly and professionally to client requests.
Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate
ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient cleanliness, and
housekeeping. Participates in required agency meetings and
in-service presentations. Updates job knowledge by participating in
educational opportunities. Performs other job-related tasks and
duties as assigned. Education & Experience License Requirements
Current CPR certification required. Current driver's license,
vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle. Skill
Requirements Must be mature and able to deal effectively with the
demands of a home health aide position. Able to read, write, and
carry out directions promptly and accurately. Equal Opportunity
Employer - vets, disability.
Keywords: LHC Group, Milford , Personal Caregiver, Healthcare , Milford, Connecticut
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