What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide (HHA) position at BlueSummit Nova?
A paraprofessional person who is specifically trained, competent and performs assigned functions of personal care to the patient in their residence under the direction, instruction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN).
Requirements
Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
Performs personal care, bath and hands-on care as assigned.
Completes appropriate visit records in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
Reports changes in the patient’s condition and needs to the RN.
Performs household services essential to health care in the home as assigned.
Ambulates and exercises the patient as assigned.
Performs simple procedures as an extension of the therapy or nursing services, e.g., range of motion (ROM) exercises as assigned.
Assists with medications that are ordinarily self-administered as assigned.
Attends inservice and continuing education programs as scheduled and necessary.
Attends patient care conferences as scheduled.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $15.00 - $20.17 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
Work setting:
- In-person
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ashburn, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- CNA (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20