Home Health AidePCA2
Home Health AidePCA2
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Job Description
The Home Health Aide (HHA)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Hilton East Assisted Living Facility is a key member of our care team responsible for assisting residents with their daily activities and ensuring that medications are administered safely and accurately under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. This role combines clinical support with handson care to ensure residents are receiving the highest level of attention safety and comfort in accordance with New York State regulations.
Key Responsibilities:1. Resident Care and Assistance:
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist residents with bathing dressing grooming toileting and feeding as needed to maintain their independence and comfort.
- Mobility Support: Help residents with mobility including transfers from bed to chair walking and repositioning to prevent pressure sores and maintain comfort.
- Health Monitoring: Observe and report any changes in residents physical or emotional condition to nursing staff including signs of distress pain or discomfort.
- Personal Hygiene and Comfort: Provide support in maintaining personal hygiene adjusting bedding providing blankets or ensuring the residents room is comfortable.
2. Safety and Environment:
- Safety Monitoring: Ensure that residents living environments are safe free of hazards and conducive to their wellbeing. Assist with the proper use of assistive devices (e.g. walkers wheelchairs).
- Fall Prevention: Be proactive in preventing falls by ensuring that residents mobility aids are in good working condition and that residents are comfortable and supported during movement.
- Incident Reporting: Report any falls accidents or injuries promptly to the supervisor or nurse and document according to facility policies.
3. Communication and Documentation:
- Resident Records: Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided including personal care medication administration and health observations.
- Family Communication: Communicate effectively with residents families regarding their loved ones condition medication needs and any changes in care.
- Team Communication: Work collaboratively with the nursing team including RNs LPNs and other healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive personcentered care plan for each resident.
4. Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
- Care Plans: Assist nursing staff in the development and implementation of individualized care plans for residents ensuring medication management is part of the care plan.
- Team Meetings: Participate in care team meetings and inservice education sessions to improve skills and knowledge especially in medication management and resident care protocols.
5. Support to Families and Residents:
- Emotional Support: Provide emotional and psychological support to residents and their families offering reassurance and assistance with any concerns about medication regimens or care plans.
- Family Education: Educate families on the importance of medication compliance potential side effects and how they can assist in supporting their loved ones care needs at home if applicable.
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Licensure/Certification:
- Home Health Aide (HHA) or Personal Care Attendant (PCA2 certification in New York State.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Experience:
- Prior experience in an assisted living nursing home or home care setting preferred.
- Experience in administering medications or assisting with medication management preferred.
Skills:.
- Compassionate patient and respectful attitude towards residents and their families.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail especially in documentation and medication administration.
- Excellent communication skills with residents families and the care team.
Preferred:
- Experience in an assisted living or healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) or medication management systems.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift move and assist residents in a safe and respectful manner.
- Ability to stand walk bend kneel and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
- Must be able to handle insulin checks/injections.
Work Conditions:
- Fulltime and parttime positions available including day evening overnight and weekend shifts.
- Work is performed in residents rooms common areas and throughout the facility.
- Exposure to various medical conditions and health risks including potential exposure to infectious diseases.
- Occasional lifting and physical exertion may be required.
Compensation:
- Competitive hourly wage.
- Benefits package for fulltime employees including health insurance dental coverage life insurance HSA paid time off and retirement options.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Hilton East Assisted Living Facility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all qualified individuals to apply regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
