What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) position at Fortitude Hospice, Inc.?
Home Health Care Aide
Fortitude Hospice, Inc.
San Fernando Valley, CA
Job Description:
The Home Health Care Aide is a trusted professional that works as a team to provide quality care and services to the elderly and or disabled residents of a skilled nursing facility. The Home Health Care Aide works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant to provide care for the residents in accordance with the plans of the client and or patient.
The ideal Home Health Care Aide will have prior experience working with elderly or disabled individuals and or people with life-support systems. As well, the Home Health Care Aide must have prior experience with documentation of good clinical practice. The goal is to enhance the quality of life of the clients or patients and assist them with activities of daily living.
The Home Health Care Aide will work closely with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant to ensure that each client or patient receives the highest level of care and experiences the best possible outcomes.
Essential Functions:
·Provides direct care to clients or people in the patient’s home as assigned by the RN/PA or plan of care.
·Communicates openly and honestly with patients/families about condition, progress, concerns and offers appropriate referrals for continued support as needed.
·Communicates regularly with management on patient condition, needs and interests; attends monthly management meetings.
·Maintains neat and clean environment in home on assignment; cleans patient rooms, laundry, kitchen, bathroom; maintains housekeeping records for patients.
·Performs other related duties as assigned.
·Must be able to pass background check per state requirements.
·Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per day
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $50