Home Health Aide - Hospice - P/T with Benefits

Profile

Overview
How have you impacted someone's life today?\u202f At Hackensack Meridian Health our teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day. From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career, all within New Jersey's premier healthcare system.\u202f 
 
At Hackensack Meridian Health at Home, we recognize our full- and part-time benefit eligible team members by offering a Total Rewards package including comprehensive Health Benefits, generous Paid Time Off, Travel Reimbursement as well as an investment in your future with a 401(k) match and Tuition Reimbursement. Per Diem team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) match and Travel Reimbursement. At www.TeamHMH.com, you\u2019ll find the information, resources and tools that will help you to be successful at HMH. From great benefits and innovative wellness programs, to robust learning and development opportunities, we continue to cultivate an exceptional work environment where you can do the kind of work that leads to fulfillment and professional growth. 
Responsibilities

Perform and/or assist patient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene.\u202f Assure universal safety precautions and direction on the care plan are followed when providing care.\u202f Provide care that meets the patient\u2019s needs. 
Notify RN of any changes in patient condition observed in a timely manner and document appropriately. 

Record all required information on patient chart completely and accurately.\u202f Assure documentation is completed per organization protocol. 
Assist patient with transfer and ambulating.\u202f Perform range of motion exercises.\u202f Assure all activities are performed safely and follow the principles of good body mechanics. 
Perform general housekeeping of patient\u2019s area and change patient\u2019s bed linens.\u202f Assist family with light housekeeping activities, such as dusting, vacuuming, damp mopping, etc. 
Assist client with self-administration of oral medication/s.\u202f Remind patient when to take medication/s. 
Prepare simple meals in accordance with dietary instructions and assist patient with eating if necessary. 

Assist with of foley catheter and colostomy care to ensure proper hygiene.\u202f Assist patient with changing colostomy bags.\u202f Perform peri care.\u202f Measure urine.\u202f Assist with ostomy care and assure skin is clean around stoma.\u202f  
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.\u202f Demonstrate flexibility with job responsibilities in all areas. 
Adheres to HMH\u2019s Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. 
Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 8 hours a day 

Qualifications
Knowledge, Education and Skills Required: 

Good Customer Service Skills 

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Knowledge, Education and Skills Preferred: 

Home Care Experience 

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Required Certification/Licensing:\u202f\u202f  

N.J. Board of Nursing CHHA Certification 
Valid driver\u2019s license 

Company info

Meridian Healthcare Group
Website : http://www.meridianhg.com