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Home Health Aide (STNA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network Cincinnati, OH

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM Agency: The Christ Hospital Home Health Care SUMMARY: The Home Health Aide (HHA) is an essential member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a nurse within specified geographical territory. The HHA provides compassionate support with activities of daily living and basic personal care needs while ensuring a safe, comfortable living environment. The HHA effectively communicates and documents any changes in patient conditions to the registered nurse or supervisor and maintains positive relationships. The Company adopts the home health aide scope of practice as outlined by the state for its HHA personnel. The HHA/Bath Aide is responsible for any and all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state. WHAT WE OFFER: We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program. QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES: High school diploma or equivalent. State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) or 75-hour nurse aide training (CNA). One year of experience as a nurse aide in a hospital, nursing home, home care agency, or a private setting under the direct supervision of a RN, which can be verified. Completion of skills competency test with 80% or higher score. Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients. Ability to follow directions and work as a team member. Must be observant and detail oriented. Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver. MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Performs personal care including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, skin care, toileting, and oral hygiene. Light housekeeping after completion of personal care, as applicable. Preparation of meals and assists with laundry as needed. Assists patients as needed with lifting and transferring. Performs simple exercises as an extension of therapy services such as: ambulation and range of motion. Maintains good relationships with the patient, the patient’s family, and staff. Ensures the living environment is healthy and safe. Reports any changes to the patient’s medical and living conditions to the supervisor or the case manager. Completes documentation appropriately and timely. Understands and practices agency policies and procedures. Communicates changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisor. Follows all legal rules and regulations. Maintains 12 hours of in-services each calendar year. Attends mandatory in-services. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit. Capable of all physical demands of lifting, transferring and bathing a physically dependent individual. Daily attendance at assigned visit locations. Documents all aspects of subsequent care visits within 24 hours of visit. Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements. Specialized Skills: Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a home health aide per state of employment. HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS: Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Constantly (66%-100%): Reading, Speaking, Writing English, Communications Skills, Computer/PDA Usage, Walking, Bending, Standing, Stretching/Reaching, Stooping (bend at waist), Hand/finger dexterity, Hearing/Seeing, Hearing in person, Hearing on the phone, Talking in person, Talking on the phone, Vision for close work Frequently (34%-66%) Sitting, Driving, Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance, Climbing, Distinguish smell/taste Occasionally (2%-33%)N/A Rarely (1% or less)N/A We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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