Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Completion of an accredited Home Health Aide (HHA) training program preferred.
- Current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification/license preferred.
- Current CNA certification accepted where applicable.
- Physically able to safely perform essential job duties.
- Comfortable following infection control procedures and safely handling body fluids and medical waste.
- Dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing quality patient care.
- Ability to work independently while following established care plans.
- Must meet all state and agency employment requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate personal care and assistance to clients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation as outlined in the care plan.
- Promote a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for each client.
- Observe and promptly report changes in the client's physical, emotional, or mental condition to the supervising nurse.
- Follow individualized care plans and agency policies to deliver high-quality care.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of services provided.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, clients, and family members.
- Practice infection prevention and adhere to all safety protocols.
- Protect client privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and agency standards.
- Complete required documentation and administrative tasks within established deadlines.
Scope of Practice
Home Health Aides provide non-medical personal care services and perform only those duties permitted by state regulations and the client's plan of care. Unless specifically authorized by law and the care plan, HHAs do not:
- Administer medications.
- Perform sterile dressing changes or wound care.
- Irrigate wounds, body cavities, or colostomies.
- Perform catheterization.
- Administer tube feedings or gastric irrigation.
- Care for tracheostomy tubes.
- Apply therapeutic heat treatments.
- Perform any skilled nursing procedure outside the approved scope of practice.
Since 2004, Executive Home Care has been a critical resource for families looking for in-home care for their loved ones.
Executive Home Care provides outstanding training and benefits for the caregivers we place. The professional development of our staff is important to our clients; they want to know that their caregiver is skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the field.
Additionally, our caregivers enjoy attractive benefits in addition to the features of the job that make it inherently rewarding. When you put the two together, you get a winning combination that makes for a great job with incredible long-term potential.
Executive Home Care is currently hiring dedicated, compassionate people who enjoy helping others. As a professional caregiver, you will provide direct care to seniors who need a little help with everyday living.Experience in healthcare is not necessary, and all training is provided.
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