Job 120812 - Home Health AideSanta Fe, NM- Successful completion of training or demonstrated competency to practice as a home health aide inthe State of New Mexico.- Ability to make meaningful observations and write brief, accurate reports- Ability to recognize the needs of people and to maintain good relationships in dealing with them- Experience as a home health aide- Preferably a high school graduate- New Mexico driver’s license and availability of a car with insurance per state requirement- CNA Licensing preferredRequirements- Provide or assist patient in bathing, care of mouth, skin, hair- Assisting patients in and out of bed and assisting with ambulation- Turning patients in bed and positioning for comfort- Assisting with prescribed exercises which patients and home health aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel- Preparation of meals and assisting patients with eating- Assisting patients to bathroom or in using bedpan or urinal- Giving enemas as ordered and instructed- Performing household services which will facilitate the patient’s self-care at home and are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization- Changing simple dressing or ostomy bags as directed.- Assists with self administered non prescription and prescription medications; may not pour medications, but may hand medications to the patient, under the supervision of a registered nurse- Testing urine and recording vital signs as directed.- Changing bed linen.Reporting changes in the patient’s condition and needs.- Completing appropriate records.- Attend the Interdisciplinary Team meetings and participate in discussion relative to patient/familyplan of care.- Is proficient in bed bound patient care (bed bath, shampoo, occupied bed making).- Is proficient in Foley catheter/ostomy care.- Demonstrates ability to position patients appropriately.- Is proficient in patient ambulation and transfer technique.- Is proficient in use of Hoyer lift.- Is proficient in the use of wheelchairs, canes and walkers.- Knowledgeable of the dying process.- Demonstrates understanding of the CQI process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Home Health Aide (Santa Fe)
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