at Christiana Care Health Services in Georgetown, Delaware, United States

Job Description

Are you a compassionate CNA or HHA who loves the idea of working one on one with your patient in the home health setting? If so, ChristianaCare Home Health might be a good fit for you! ChristianaCare HomeHealth aides serve pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients throughout the state of DE!

Primary function:

The Home Health Assistant (HHA) is a member of the Community Health Service team working under the supervision of a registered nurse and/or therapist responsible for the client. The caregiver provides services to clients as established in the client’s Plan of Care. (The Home Health Assistant’s/Homemaker’s duties may be adjusted at the discretion of the Professional nurse and/or therapist based on an evaluation of the patient’s needs.) The HHA reports to the Client Service Supervisor.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

Follows Plan of Care developed by RN/Therapist.

Adheres to infection control policies and HIPPA guidelines.

Follows responsibilities outlined in the Plan of Care such as: personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, accompany patient to physician appointments or clinics.

Assists with simple exercise programs, application of prosthesis and braces, ambulation, and transfers as outlined.

Provides stimulation and encouragement towards independence and achieving the goals established by the professional staff and the patient’s stated goal.

Other patient care skills as indicated on additional skills checklist.