Special Attendant_Weekly in Richardson, Texas at Hammond Home Health Care

Education:

If under 18 years of age, must be either a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program

Experience:

If at least 18 years of age, have proof of competency through education and/or experience or demonstrate competency to perform tasks as assigned. If under age 18, must successfully demonstrate competency to perform tasks assigned.

Skills:

Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and be competent to perform tasks assigned by Supervisor. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of those who are elderly and/or disabled. Must successfully complete a

Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist and pass a written Skills Test as required if performing G-Tube feedings.

Essential Functions:

Promotes the philosophy, mission and administrative policies of the Agency by presenting a positive image.

Promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication to the client and family and Agency personnel.

Provides an environment that promotes respect for the client’s privacy and property.

Provides personal assistance or health-related tasks to client according to the Individualized Service Plan.

Assists with transfers, walking, and ensures a safe environment.

Documents care rendered to clients to ensure continuity of care and ensures documentation is completed accurately and timely.

Appropriately reports changes to ensure continuity of care.

Practices accepted infection control principles.

Provides a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

Utilizes skills necessary to perform services according to the Agency’s policy.

Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.

Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by attending required in-services.

Promotes the Agency’s philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

Performs other duties as assigned.