Description
About the Job
General Summary of Position
The home health aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary team who works under the supervision of registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The home health aide is responsible for observing the patient reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The home health aide will be assigned in a manner which promotes quality continuity and safety in patient care. Follows department specific policies and procedures and maintains competencies of assigned department.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Education
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in Maryland required
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
- Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $18.00 - USD $29.74 /Hr.
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