Home Health Aide and Certified Home Health Aide in Darien, Connecticut at Executive Home Care of Stratford

QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program Must demonstrate a satisfactory level of competency evidenced by evaluation.Adequate health status to perform described duties. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff.Must meet personnel qualifications. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Provides direct and indirect personal care to the patient in the home setting.Utilizes safety measures in the provision of care.Maintains effective communication with supervisor regarding patient’s condition.Documents and submits accurate accounts of services provided.Observes the patient for changes in condition and behavior and report to the supervisor.Removes patient's medication container from the storage area; prepares necessary items, i.e. juice, water, cups, spoons, etc.; to assist the patient.Maintains confidentiality of all patient, agency, and employee matters.Adheres to all Agency policies.Recognize emergencies and demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures.Demonstrates knowledge regarding basic infection control procedures.Submits required documentation in a timely manner. Adheres to the role of the Home Health Aide in the home setting as defined in state regulation. The home health aide or CNA shall not change sterile dressings, irrigate body cavities such as giving an enema, irrigate a colostomy or wound, perform gastric irrigation or enteral feeding, catheterize a patient, administer medication, apply heat by any method, care for a tracheostomy tube, nor provide any personal health service which has not been included in the plan of care.Compensation: $17.50 - $20.00 per hourSince 2004, Executive Home Care has been a critical resource for families looking for in-home care for their loved ones.

Executive Home Care provides outstanding training and benefits for the caregivers we place. The professional development of our staff is important to our clients; they want to know that their caregiver is skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the field.

Additionally, our caregivers enjoy attractive benefits in addition to the features of the job that make it inherently rewarding. When you put the two together, you get a winning combination that makes for a great job with incredible long-term potential.

Executive Home Care is currently hiring dedicated, compassionate people who enjoy helping others. As a professional caregiver, you will provide direct care to seniors who need a little help with everyday living. Experience in healthcare is not necessary, and all training is provided.

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