Home Health Aide (Dyer-0.9)

Franciscan Health Dyer Campus 24 Joliet St Dyer, Indiana 46311 Sometimes the best healthcare is offered right in the patient’s home In those cases, the home health or hospice aide becomes more than just a nurse

They become a patient’s lifeline, confidant and friend Our Franciscan Home Health Aides go beyond taking vital signs and administering medicine They also provide personal hygiene assistance, help with small things around the house, pray with our patients, and prepare light meals or snacks – all while accurately assessing the patient’s status and communicating it back to the supervising clinician.

WHO WE ARE

Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.

Our mission

• is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE- (Ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor if you are eligible for Sign-On Bonus) REQUIRED: Active CNA or HHA License with the State of Indiana. Must have valid Drivers License and clean driving record. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
• Assist patients with care and activities of daily living, as directed in the established Plan of Care Complete necessary documentation of care provided. Records intake, output, and vital signs as directed and communicates care, as appropriate. Provide assistance with personal hygiene and elimination needs, according to the established plan of care.
• Assist patients with ambulation and transfer using proper body mechanics. Communicate any change in condition or lack of patient progress. Schedule visits with the patient or caregiver.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma/GED - Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR Home Health Aide (HHA- State of Indiana Licensing Boart- Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association - Upon Hire- Required Auto Insurance - Upon Hire- Required Drivers License - Upon Hire- Required 1 year Home Healthcare Experience - Preferred 1 year Long Term Care Setting Experience - Preferred TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 75% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org .