Assist in implementing medically-directed plans of care for patients in their homes, focusing on personal care and home management tasks. Observe and report changes in patient conditions to the primary nurse or physical therapist.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma, graduation from a state-approved LNA course, and a valid Vermont State Board of Nursing LNA license. Must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for travel to patient homes.
Min $20.84 Mid $26.05 Max $31.26 Recruiter: Kelly Shea POSITION SUMMARY: To assist in implementing a medically-directed plan of care for patients in their homes; to assist patients and their families with a variety of home management tasks and personal care activities MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: I.
Education
Basic education (high school)
Graduation from a State approved LNA course instruction II.
Experience
Previous experience in nursing home or similar facility desired, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired III.
License
Requirements: Vermont State Board of Nursing Licensed Nursing Assistant IV.
General
Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency
Able to speak, read and write in English
Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment and a positive attitude toward daily activities
Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work
Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with organization’s employees, clients, customers and the general public
Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG
Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace
Be able to carry out the functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others
Hold a valid driver’s license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by the organization, and appropriate to position
Knowledge of physical, emotional, developmental needs of and ways to work with population served by home health organization
Ability to work independently in private homes under the supervision of a licensed RN, PT
Ability to complete additional training appropriate to the job prior to assignment
WORKING
CONDITIONS: 1. Traveling may be required 2. May work in community based settings, and clients’ homes and outdoors 3. May work during non-business hours 4.
May experience:
Hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, visitors and staff
Stress due to a demanding profession
An exposure to blood-borne pathogens
A variety of environmental exposures such as inclement weather, animals, firearms, tobacco use, dust, and other client based activities and preferences
Essential
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must walk, sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours 2. Must have the ability to push, pull and lift from the floor, up to a total of 50 pounds and be able to move with the weight, as to organization’s standards 3. Climbing-be able to navigate stairs of varying heights and degrees 4. Balancing-be able to maintain balance 5. Kneeling, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching below waist level, reaching overhead and reaching torso level 6. Manual finger dexterity-will need dexterity to perform duties and use equipment 7. Visual acuity-will need sufficient eyesight to drive a car, use office equipment and perform duties 8. Auditory acuity- will need to assist individuals in person and by telephone
Performance
Requirements: I.
Performance
Standards:
Includes basic nursing assistant and restorative duties for which the nursing assistant is prepared by education and supervised practice such as wound care, assistance with self-administered medications, assistance with therapeutic experiences, help with assistive devices, simple technical procedures
Assist in personal care of patients including ambulation, use of wheelchair/walker/cane and other adaptive equipment, transfer activities, range of motion, bathing, shampooing, hair care, oral hygiene, nail care, shaving, skin care, dressing, toileting/bowel programs/ostomy and catheter care, meal preparation, special diets, and other activities of daily living
On a limited basis, perform general housekeeping tasks such as: a) laundry: wash, dry, fold, iron, put away clothing, bed and table linens; as it pertains to the plan of care b) Assist in maintaining home environment, identify hazards and concerns
Observe and report changes in patient’s condition identified during home visit to Primary Nurse and/or PT as appropriate
Confer regularly with primary Nurse and/or PT regarding patients' status and treatment plan
Document patient condition, service provided according to organization’s standards
Travel to and from patient’s home and the University of Vermont Health Network Home Health & Hospice office
Other duties as requested by supervisor II.
Professional
Accountability:
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values of the organization
Complies with all organization policies and procedures
Demonstrates respectful and effective communication in all interactions
Protects the privacy and confidentiality of clients, co-workers and organization’s operations
Complies with organization’s policies to protect confidentiality, integrity, availability and security of all protected health information
Organization’s security official
Conducts him/herself in a safe manner by adhering to all safety practices, rules and standards
Demonstrates a commitment to quality and proactively seeks to make improvements to systems and processes
Reports to work on time, provides advance notice for time off, accurately reports time and attendance and appropriately manages paid time off (if applicable) in accordance with organization’s policy
Demonstrates a commitment to integrity in work habits and use of organization’s resources
Performs duties as assigned that may be outside his/her principle responsibilities
Meets own learning needs. Participates in educational programs of the organization, including completion of all mandatory competencies, education or training
Effectively communicates to transfer information, provide guidance and resolve conflicts
Reports concerns and complaints regarding abuse, neglect and exploitation in accordance with Vermont State Law and the organization
Enhance or improve organization’s services by participating in team meetings, projects and committees
Contributes to a positive work environment and responds in a constructive manner to change
Documents the provision care and services in accordance to organization’s policy . UVM Health - Home Health & Hospice helps people live their fullest lives by providing innovative, compassionate care wherever they call home. We offer services for all ages and stages of life, including home health nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy, children’s and family services, as well as palliative and interdisciplinary hospice care.
