Patient Care Tech II - Home Health

Job Summary

The Patient Care Tech II is a certified nursing aide that supports the delivery of skilled home health services by providing clinical support, collecting and documenting patient observations, monitoring patient status, assisting with activities of daily living, and reporting changes in condition to the supervising clinician. The CNA works as part of the interdisciplinary care team to promote patient safety, support treatment goals, and ensure quality care in accordance with the plan of care, agency policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: N/A

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Occasionally
  • Walking- Continuously
  • Standing- Continuously
  • Bending-Frequently
  • Squatting- Frequently
  • Climbing-Occasionally
  • Kneeling-Occasionally
  • Twisting-Occasionally
  
  

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Assist licensed clinical team members in the delivery of skilled home health services in accordance with the patient’s plan of care.
• Obtain and document vital signs, weight, and other assigned observations; promptly report abnormal findings to the supervising clinician.
• Assist patients with basic activities of daily living (ADL’s) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility as outlined in the plan of care.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, functional status, safety risks, and home environment.
• Reinforce patient education and care instructions as directed by the supervising nurse or therapist.
• Assist with restorative and rehabilitative activities, including ambulation, positioning, transfer training, and prescribed exercise under the direction of clinical team members.
• Support infection prevention and control practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to agency protocols.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency, state, and federal requirements.
• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status and care needs.
• Assist with collection of patient data to support ongoing assessment and care planning by licensed clinicians.
• Ensure patient safety and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes in condition to the supervising nurse or therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Preferred

Experience: N/A

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • Valid State Issued Driver’s License
  • Valid Auto Liability Insurance