Right At Home Metairie , LA 70004
Posted 2 weeks ago
Provides various personal care and related paraprofessional services in accordance with an established plan of care. Provides for the personal needs and comfort of patients in their homes. This position has more qualifications than the Personal Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant.
Benefits
Competitive wages based on experience and skills with a target to achieve a "Living Wage"
Performance and skill-based pay increases
Short-shift premiums
Flexible scheduling
Paid on call opportunities (evenings and weekends)
Direct Deposit
No hassle shift reporting by phone - no paper chasing
Online schedules accessible from anywhere 24/7
Input on Client Care Plans
Paid Training
On the job training and Case-specific training
Professional and Career Development Training
Opportunities for advancement
Longevity Recognition
Referral Bonuses
Caregiver of the Month/Year Awards
Essential Functions
Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to):
Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair)
Ambulation
Eating
Dressing
Shaving
Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions.
Performs patient-specific activities that are taught by a nurse. These could include (but are not limited to):
Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances
Reinforcement of dressings
Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
Measuring and preparing special diets
Taking vital signs
Application of an external catheter
Performs homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms.
Qualifications
High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.
Six months experience as a Personal Care Assistant in healthcare (in homes or facilities).
Successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State Licensing Law for home health agencies.
Current CPR Certificate is recommended.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job.
This position requires 75 hours of technical training including:
Checking vitals
Accu-check blood glucose levels
Urine sugar and acetone level
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