Homemaker (Per Diem), VNA of Cape Cod

Job Description - Homemaker (Per Diem), VNA of Cape Cod (260422-50021238)

Job Description

Homemaker (Per Diem), VNA of Cape Cod - (260422-50021238)

Purpose of Position: Provide non-personal care for the patient. Continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.

Description

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• Provide continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.
• Assist in meal planning, purchase of foods and food preparation.
• Maintain the patient's living environment in a clean and safe manner.
• Observe the patient's general physical, emotional and mental conditions and report any obvious changes to the Clinical Liaison or Manager.
• Provide a sense of security for the patient.
• Assist patients as needed, excluding any personal or medical care.
• Complete all required documentation and submit such on a timely basis and as directed through agency policy.
• If eligible, may participate in the Patient Transportation program for the Private Services department.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service

Qualifications

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• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six months of satisfactory employment history.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.
• Able to understand and carry out direction and instruction.

Schedule Details: Per Diem Hours, Rotating Days, Occasional Weekends, and Holidays. Area: Mid/Upper Cape

Organization

: Visiting Nurse Association

Primary Location

: Massachusetts-Falmouth

Department: VNA-Paraprofessional HMK

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: $16.5 - $16.5