Home Health Aide CNA

• Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.

• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.

• Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.

• Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals.

• Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.

• Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status.

• Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated.

• Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy.

• Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures.

• Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care.

• Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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