Home Health Aide - FULL TIME

Company: Brookdale Senior Living
Location: Spokane
Posted on: October 15, 2020

Job Description:

OverviewMake Lives Better Including Your Own.The happiness of those we serve is dependent on the happiness of our associates, so youll receive competitive compensation and a benefits package with additional perks designed to make you smile. The work you do will be challenging yet rewarding. But youll earn more than a paycheck; you can enjoy opportunities to grow your career, as well as ongoing programs catered to your health, financial, mental, and emotional needs. Most of all, we believe you can find purpose, meaning, and the chance to be a part of something bigger than yourself.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of a professional nurse, provides direct care to residents, which reflect Brookdales philosophy and standards of home health care. Assists in meeting the residents' individual needs while treating the resident with respect and dignity.Assists residents with the activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and getting to and from activities and meals according to the resident care/service plan.Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.Documents the delivery of quality care in the resident's clinical record.Follows infection control and safety policies and guidelines.Implements resident care that is accurately, timely and appropriately documented; maintains confidentiality at all times.Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents.Performs general housekeeping duties as assigned.Responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords.Maintains consistent and concise lines of authority and responsibility with effective communication that promotes a positive working relationship with residents, families, and co-workers.Identifies changes in resident status or needs and communicates to the nurse in a timely manner.Participates in educational programs.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and minimum of one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a health care setting is preferred, but not required.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsIn accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certifications and follow regulations to maintain current certification.Management/Decision MakingMakes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with limited independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.Knowledge and SkillsHas a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and/or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsStandingWalkingUse hands and fingers to handle or feelReach with hands and armsClimb or balanceStoop, kneel, crouch crawlTalk or hearAbility to lift: up to 50 poundsVisionRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coveragePossible exposure to communicable diseases and infectionsPotential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residentsExposure to latexPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensPossible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazardsBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Schedule: Regular Full-Time

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