Job Information
Hackensack Meridian Health Home Health Aide Private in Brick, New Jersey
Overview
How have youimpactedsomeone's life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of careeach and everyday.From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career, all within New Jersey's premier healthcare system.
At Hackensack Meridian Health at Home, we recognize our full- and part-time benefit eligible team members by offering a Total Rewards package including comprehensive Health Benefits , generous Paid Time Off , Travel Reimbursement as well as an investment in your future with a 401(k) match and Tuition Reimbursement. Per Diem team members are eligible toparticipatein the 401(k) match and Travel Reimbursement . At www.TeamHMH.com ,you’llfind the information, resources and tools that will help you to be successful at HMH.From great benefits and innovative wellness programs,to robust learning and development opportunities, we continue to cultivate an exceptional work environment where you can do the kind of work that leads to fulfillment and professional growth.
Responsibilities
Provide in-home, para-professional services necessary for caring for patients personal needs under the direction of the RN.
Perform and/orassistpatient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene. Assure universal safety precautions and direction on the care plan are followed whenprovidingcare. Providecare that meets the patient’s needs.
Notify RNof any changes in patient conditionobservedin a timely mannerand document appropriately.
Record all required information on patient chart completely and accurately. Assure documentation is completed per organization protocol.
Assistpatient with transfer and ambulating. Perform range of motion exercises. Assure all activities are performed safely and follow the principles of good body mechanics.
Perform general housekeeping of patient’s area and change patient’s bed linens. Assistfamily with light housekeeping activities, such as dusting, vacuuming, damp mopping, etc.
Assistclient with self-administration of oral medication/s. Remindpatient when to take medication/s.
Prepare simple mealsin accordance withdietary instructions andassistpatientwith eating if necessary.
Assistwith offoley catheter and colostomy care to ensure proper hygiene. Assistpatient with changing colostomy bags. Perform peri care. Measure urine. Assistwith ostomy care and assure skin is clean around stoma.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Demonstrate flexibility with job responsibilities in all areas.
Adheres to HMH’s Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs.,pushesand pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 8 hours aday
Qualifications
Knowledge, Education and Skills Required:
Good Customer Service Skills
Knowledge, Education and Skills Preferred:
Home Care Experience
Required Certification/Licensing:
N.J. Board of Nursing CHHA Certification
Valid driver’s license
Job ID 2024-143292
Department Private Monmouth-HHA
Site Meridian Home Care
Job Location US-NJ-Brick
Position Type Per Diem
Shift Day
Shift Hours 7:00am - 5:00pm
Weekend Work Weekends as Needed
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work As Needed