Certified Home Health Aide Per Diem-Assisted Living Program-Trenton

Capital Health is the regions leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology

Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care

Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time)

Pay Range: $17.50 - $21.47 Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Provides personal care to Assisted Living residents Provides light housekeeping and maintains the cleanliness and neatness of resident apartments

Completes residents laundry Assists with meals including light meal preparation or warming.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High School Diploma or GED. Nursing assistant or home health certification. Experience: One year of experience preferred. Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED,Drivers License Knowledge and Skills: Possesses a friendly demeanor. Excellent customer service skills.
• Medical experience preferred. Special Training: Experience with direct and indirect patient care. Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Develops strong interpersonal relationships with coworkers and resident base. Usual Work Day:8 Hours Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains a working relationship with the CMA, LPN, RN, DON, Assisted Living administrator and all other nursing staff, volunteers, employees part of Assisted Living, Capital Health administrative staff, hospital employees, department heads and supervisors, outside vendors and contractors, caregivers, family members, and property and building staff

Maintains a professional relationship with all residents Maintains confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, ALP operations and other personnel

Maintains residents privacy and dignity Encourages residents to their independence Possesses a full understanding of fire, emergency and safety procedures Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards regarding infection control

Understands the hazards and safety of oxygen being used by residents Maintains frequent close communication with the medication assistant, LPN, and RN Provides morning and evening personal care to assigned residents including partial or complete bath, oral hygiene, care of hair, incontinence care including changing adult briefs as needed

Provides ostomy care Takes weights and vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure monthly and as requested by nurse, records, and reports results

Provides ambulation assistance as needed Assists with transfer to and from bed Reports any change in resident status to nurse immediately Responds to emergency calls and assists nurse as needed

Reports any accidents, injuries, or complaints to nurse or administration immediately Delivers supplies and equipment to residents Provides light housekeeping Cleans refrigerator, stove or oven, cabinets, and silverware drawers as needed

Vacuums and dusts as needed Assists with laundry by washing, drying, and folding laundry and putting it away Strips and remakes bed as needed at least once a week

Cleans the bathroom including bathroom floor, vanity, toilet, and shower or bathtub Removes trash from resident apartments daily Assists resident with meal service as needed including meal preparation and cutting up foods, set-up, clearing and washing dishes

Reports any unsafe equipment to nurse or administrator Maintains the cleanliness and neatness of the wellness office, laundry room, equipment, and inventory supplies

Removes trash from wellness offices and laundry rooms Abides by established guidelines of the facility and governing regulations Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear Occasional physical demands include: Continuous physical demands include: Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs

Lifting Waist Level and Above 35 lbs Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Accurate Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Temperatures , Radiation , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter , Other (List) IND123

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Retirement Savings and Investment Plan Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Sick Time Off Employee Assistance Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future

When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity

Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare

Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.