Nursing Jobs in Sunset District, CA

Hospice RN Case Manager

Description Who We Are: Founded by nurses who believe that healthcare begins in the home, we have been providing quality Home Health Services to Bay Area communities since 2012. Today, we’re extremely proud to be one of the largest, fastest growing, independently owned home health companies in Northern California. Because of our strong core values and exceptional service, HealthFlex has been awarded: “Home Care EliteTop 500 Agency” “Best & Brightest Companies to Work For Bay Area” “SF Business Times Fast 100 & Top Women Owned Business” Five Star Rated Quality Outcomes 4.7 Glassdoor rating and 92% CEO approval Benefits of joining our team: Sign On Bonus Up to $5K (dependent up on position, location and experience) Strong market competitive compensation plans Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Choice of 9 medical plans, including two at 100% coverage Retirement matching up to 4% after 90 days of employment Competitive paid vacation, sick time and holiday pay Company Car Paid CEUs & CPR Options for FSA and HSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits Life Insurance Employee Discount Program Gym Reimbursement Program Paid Mileage, Toll and Parking Ipad and Cell Phone Provided Position Summary: HealthFlex is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager who strives to make a real impact for our community. By joining our team you will be providing skilled services to help patients and families cope with the End of Life process. Schedule: Full Time, Part Time or Per Diem Responsibilities: Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. Write and initiate plan of care Regularly re-evaluates patient and family/caregiver needs Participates in revising the plan of care as necessary Use health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. What sets us apart: Manageable Caseloads Clustered Territory Flexible Schedule Work Remote and Independently Successful Onboarding Program Supportive Leadership Team Responsive Internal Support Requirements Qualifications: Current and unrestricted CA license 1+ years of Hospice Case Manager Experience required Current AHA CPR certification Driver's License Able to travel to our Oakland office for weekly IDG meetings Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision

RN

Hospice

3 weeks ago

Hospice RN Case Manager

HealthFlex Oakland, CA

Description Who We Are: Founded by nurses who believe that healthcare begins in the home, we have been providing quality Home Health Services to Bay Area communities since 2012. Today, we’re extremely proud to be one of the largest, fastest growing, independently owned home health companies in Northern California. Because of our strong core values and exceptional service, HealthFlex has been awarded: “Home Care EliteTop 500 Agency” “Best & Brightest Companies to Work For Bay Area” “SF Business Times Fast 100 & Top Women Owned Business” Five Star Rated Quality Outcomes 4.7 Glassdoor rating and 92% CEO approval Benefits of joining our team: Sign On Bonus Up to $5K (dependent up on position, location and experience) Strong market competitive compensation plans Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Choice of 9 medical plans, including two at 100% coverage Retirement matching up to 4% after 90 days of employment Competitive paid vacation, sick time and holiday pay Company Car Paid CEUs & CPR Options for FSA and HSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits Life Insurance Employee Discount Program Gym Reimbursement Program Paid Mileage, Toll and Parking Ipad and Cell Phone Provided Position Summary: HealthFlex is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager who strives to make a real impact for our community. By joining our team you will be providing skilled services to help patients and families cope with the End of Life process. Schedule: Full Time, Part Time or Per Diem Responsibilities: Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. Write and initiate plan of care Regularly re-evaluates patient and family/caregiver needs Participates in revising the plan of care as necessary Use health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. What sets us apart: Manageable Caseloads Clustered Territory Flexible Schedule Work Remote and Independently Successful Onboarding Program Supportive Leadership Team Responsive Internal Support Requirements Qualifications: Current and unrestricted CA license 1+ years of Hospice Case Manager Experience required Current AHA CPR certification Driver's License Able to travel to our Oakland office for weekly IDG meetings Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision

RN/LVN On-Call Hospice Nurse

Anchor Health San Mateo, CA

Full job description To enrich the lives of patients and the communities we serve by providing compassionate end of life care through innovation, exceptional quality, and professionalism. Our experienced comprehensive care team honors individual choice and is the anchor to support each patient’s unique healthcare needs. We are seeking a per diem After-Hours Nurse to provide skilled nursing and hospice care to maximize the comfort and health of patients. Schedule: Every Saturday & Sunday Coverage Area: San Mateo and Santa Clara County Essential Duties & Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Provide continuing care to patients/families as requested and in compliance with agency policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations. Under the guidance of the After-Hours Nurse, responsible for patients/families including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing services consistent with the plan of care. Communicate with attending physicians and other community resources to report changes and coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/ family. Maintain regular communication with Team Leaders regarding patient/family status and unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues. Education/Experience : One year experience as a professional nurse in the past three years or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing. Experience in acute care/ home health and/or hospice setting preferred . License: Current license as a registered professional nurse in the State of California or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California

PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health San Francisco, CA

$50.49 - $84.15 / hour

Delivering an exceptional infusion experience, everywhere. Delivering on our unyielding commitment, always. Naven Health is a nationwide home infusion nursing network and clinical platform focused on delivering specialized, truly exceptional infusion care. With over 1,600 team members, including over 1,500 nurses, we are a company aligned to the values of the nurses at our center – to provide an exceptional infusion experience, everywhere. Naven Health delivers home infusion services for a broad range of specialized therapies, as well as clinical trial services and special programs for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Joining the Naven Health team means being a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to our customers, our teammates, and the patients we serve. Job Description Summary: An Infusion Nurse I is a licensed registered nurse who provides basic direct patient care to patients in the home, or in an alternate infusion site, to ensure patient safety with continuity and compliance under a physician’s plan of care. Works under very close direct supervision of the designated supervisor. Job Description: Job Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent) Initiates, develops, and implements basic nursing plan of care treatments, evaluating patient progress towards goals. Participates in the provision of direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications, and educates patients and families/caregivers. Modifies plan of treatment in response to changing patient status based on physician orders to achieve established or revised patient care goals. Assesses patient needs and physical status at each visit through health data access and patient interview. Re-evaluates patient needs through physical reassessment, response to therapy, and supplemental physician orders. Obtains and clarifies physician orders for plan of treatment revisions, informs physician promptly of significant changes in patient's condition, and provides written summary to physician within supplemental order. Provides effective and safe teaching using patient-centered care approach for patient and family to achieve independence with prescribed therapy and care needs through active participation per plan of treatment goals. Effectively and timely communicates with Naven Health’s Clinical team, medical providers, patients, and families/caregivers to facilitate continuity of care. Prepares clinical documentation in real-time during visits and submits to the nursing department to comply with established timelines for billing optimization. Completes all documentation legibly and applies approved abbreviations and documentation error correction practices per Naven Health’s policy. Under close supervision, coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries with patient instructions and thoroughly reports patient care needs, progress and goals when transferring care. Demonstrates compliance with agency operations, Naven Health’s policies and procedures, professional standards, local, state, federal regulations/guidelines, and accreditation standards. Maximizes work efficiency through the use of computers and other automation technologies to validate plan of treatment orders, communicates patient care provided, and follows assigned visit schedule. Responds promptly and appropriately to patient requests. Initiates emergency procedures as necessary. Accepts accountability for own practice through ethical and professional conduct. Follows established programs and practice within policies and procedures reflective of Naven Health’s mission, values, and objectives. Observes legal and ethical guidelines for safeguarding the confidentiality of patient and proprietary Naven Health information including adherence to HIPAA regulations. Speaks knowledgeably about Naven Health’s scope of services and effectively instructs patients about related plan of care. Attends and completes required training modules, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure for demonstrated knowledge regarding the care and management of patients in the home and/or alternate care settings. Effectively provides oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home setting and may act as the Supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager as applicable in accordance with state and federal regulations. Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and provides precepting, training, and mentoring to other nurses for orientation, and onboarding and supervisory activities as assigned. Participates in nursing on-call responsibilities as applicable. Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? (i.e. hiring, recommending/approving promotions and pay increases, scheduling, performance reviews, discipline, etc.) No - X Yes Basic Education and/or Experience Requirements Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice. Minimum of 0-2 years of infusion nursing experience required. Current CPR certification required. Basic Qualifications Demonstrated competency in patient care standards required for safe delivery of services and infusion skill sets applicable to agency programs and service needs. Advanced certification and training as applicable. Required licensure to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice with access to a vehicle for business travel with proof of liability insurance. Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications with the abilityn self-evaluation for annual appraisal and jointly sets professional growth goals with nurse manager. to apply knowledge in the effective use of nursing technology tools to communicate and document care provided. Physical Demand Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with a maximum lifting of 75 pounds. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Physical demands may involve walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, turning, pivoting, balancing, stooping, reaching overhead, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Fine motor skills and visual acuity required by this job include ability to see up close and from a distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Team members in this job classification have the likelihood of occupational exposure to blood, body fluids and other potentially infectious materials. Possible exposure to hazardous substances with possible effect on reproduction, injury from needles, other sharps, fumes, chemicals, humidity, cold, heat, adverse weather elements, animals, secondhand smoke/vape and unpredictable home environments. Safety requirements include closed toe-shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves and functioning device for communication in both routine and emergency situations. Travel Requirements: (if required) Willing to travel 100% of the time for business purposes. Preferred Qualifications & Interests (PQIs) Bachelor of Science in Nursing as granted by an accredited school of nursing preferred. 1 year of previous experience as a RN in a home health or acute care setting. Due to state pay transparency laws, the full range for the position is below: Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Pay Range is $50.49-$84.15 Benefits: -401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match -myFlexPay -Award/Recognition Programs Naven Health subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, making employment available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status according to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

RN

Full-time

3 weeks ago

RN Admissions Nurse

Anchor Health Oakland, CA

Description Are you looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference? Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of all? Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family. The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care services specific to each patient/family which includes instruction and evaluation in the home. The professional nurse is accountable to the Director of Patient Care Services for implementing the patient plan of care and communicating each patient needs to the Interdisciplinary team. The professional nurse is also responsible for communication and collaboration with community physicians as well as family members regarding individual patient care. Anchor Health offers competitive salaries, great benefits and a compassionate work environment. PRIMARY FUNCTION The Admissions Registered Nurse is an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present ANCHOR HEALTH services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Admissions Registered Nurse participates in the information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion aspects of the admissions process 2. Admissions Registered Nurse evaluates patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested. 3. Admissions Registered Nurse Obtains agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria. 4. Admissions Registered Nurse analyzes data collected by the admission staff or ANCHOR HEALTH clinicians to facilitate/obtain admission orders 5. Admissions Registered Nurse builds effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with ANCHOR HEALTH. 6. Admissions Registered Nurse maintains clinical and professional competence. 7. Admissions Registered Nurse takes the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons. 8. Admissions Registered Nurse utilizes interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patients’ family has concerning hospice and palliative care. 9. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Admissions Registered Nurse has knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas. 2. Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues. 3. Admissions Registered Nurse has the knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop ANCHOR HEALTH specific clinical knowledge. 4. Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to use the ANCHOR HEALTH information system and mobile technology platforms. 5. Admissions Registered Nurse has reliable means of transportation. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of the Admissions Registered Nurse are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Admissions Registered Nurse, the employee is regularly required to: 1. Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. 2. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds 3. Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day The Admissions Registered Nurse will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED The Admissions Registered Nurse reports to the Admissions Manager designated in the location. In the event the location does not have an Admissions Manager, the Admissions Registered Nurse will receive direction from the Patient Care Administrator or program designee QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Graduate of a National League of Nursing accredited school of nursing. 2. Current licensure in State of CA and CPR certification. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of Nursing and a current RN license. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Admissions Registered Nurse is expected to have strong presentation skills. 5. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. 6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Benefits Include: Competitive compensation Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance Life insurance 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match Paid Time Off Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends. Hourly Rates from $58/hour and up dependent on experience as Hospice RN

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Nurse Next Door San Mateo Half Moon Bay, CA

Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better. Initial Training paid after successful completion of 9 shifts within 30 days in good standing.

HHA HOSPICE AIDE

Anchor Health San Mateo, CA

WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR CHHA CANDIDATES Are you looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference? Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of all? Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family. We are currently seeking a Certified Home Health Aide with Hospice experience to join our team! Responsibilities: Completes charting and completion of appropriate documentation timely. Assists patients with bath, mouth care, skin, hair and all aspects of personal hygiene. Assists patients with transferring and ambulation as needed. Assists with prescribed exercises which patients and CHHA have been educated in by appropriate health professionals. Prepares meals and assists patients with eating as required. Assists patients in toileting including use of bedpans, urinal and commodes. Prepares household services that will facilitate the patient's self-care at home and are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization. Reports changes in patient condition and needs to the Case Manager or Team Manager. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of CHHA program. 1 to 2 years direct patient care experience in an institution or home care setting. Appropriate understanding of patient care requirements within certification. BLS required. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to manage time effectively. Bi-Lingual is a plus. Current California driver's license and proof of insurance. Travel required. Benefits: We offer competitive pay Employer-paid benefits package (for Full time employees) Mileage reimbursement Flexible scheduling Eligibility for Sign-On Bonus

Caregiver/ Home Health Aide

Nurse Next Door San Mateo Moss Beach, CA

$23 - $25 / hour

Pay- $23.00 to $25.00 Per Hour Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better.