PRN-ALF - Home Health Aide

Position Overview

Ensures that routine daily care and services are provided to residents in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Skills & Requirements: Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language; must have strong communication skills; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation; must be able to make independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to follow staffing/scheduling guidelines as outlined by the facility and other regulations governing staffing in an assisted living; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.

Experience: Experience in an assisted care or other healthcare setting preferred. Working Conditions Primarily works in throughout the clinical department and facility; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions; works regularly scheduled shifts in addition to working weekends, holidays and other hours based on resident needs; primary responsibility is service to the residents but also deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.

; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. Competencies of Position Professionalism: Reports to work on time and as scheduled; works in unison with all staff; displays a willingness to help others; embraces constructive criticism; presents a friendly and professional attitude.

Resident Rights: Promptly reports resident grievances to supervisors; treats all resident care information with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at all times. Problem-Solving Abilities: Possesses the ability to independently resolve staffing issues; ability to correct mistakes made during the scheduling process quickly and accurately; demonstrates fairness in problem solving.

Organizational and Communication Skills: Ability to multi-task and is detail-oriented; possesses the ability to effectively prioritize matters promptly and appropriately; understands the importance of follow-up; builds rapport with residents and families through listening attentively and effectively following up; able to effectively communicate individually or as a group.

Safety Awareness: Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols.

Customer Service: Treats all residents, families, co-workers, inquiries, referral sources and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professionally represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; shows genuine concern for the residents; proactively identifies needs of the physical plant; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held.

Essential Job Duties

1. Assists residents in daily routine of personal care such as daily dental/mouth care, combing, brushing and shampooing of hair if the need arises. Assists with bowel and bladder functions as needed.
2. Assists residents with everyday tasks such as making beds and changing bed linens when soiled, etc.
3. Responds to resident call lights promptly.
4. Documents observations related to the resident accurately and timely.
5. Reports issues or problems that may arise to the Wellness Director, Wellness Office Nurse, Floor Nurse or Administrator in a timely manner.
6. Assists residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
7. Keeps resident rooms neat and orderly ensuring trash is taken out timely. Other Job Duties
8. Assists families and other visitors as needed.
9. Attends required in-service training programs and other required meetings.
10. Participates in state or federal survey processes as needed.
11. Complies with state, federal and all other applicable health care and safety standards.
12. Assists with meal tray distribution for residents who are unable to leave rooms.
13. Performs other duties as directed.