Certified Home Health Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Livingston Memorial is looking for a Full Time, 40 hour a week, Certified Home Health/ Hospice Aide to support our Clinical Team.

We are proud to announce that Livingston Memorial’s Hospice Program has earned a 5-STAR RATING from Medicare — the highest possible score — making us the ONLY 5-star nonprofit hospice agency in Ventura County, and one of only 11- five-star hospices in all of California!

Come be a part of a company whose mission for the last 78 years is to deliver the highest quality, compassionate in-home healthcare and support services to Ventura County residents!

Position Summary :

This position is responsible for providing para-professional healthcare, nursing, and supportive services in the Home Health and Hospice Departments under the direction of licensed nursing staff in accordance with state licensure requirements, accreditation guidelines, Title 22 regulations, Medicare Conditions of Participation, California Hospice Standards, and LMVNA's policies and procedures.

What You'll Do:

• Assists patients to achieve maximum self-reliance.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutritional needs, and household activities to ensure a safe and clean environment.
• Ensures patients' rights, including ethics and confidentiality of care.
• Utilizes proper techniques for positioning and body alignment using safe body mechanics.
• Understands rationale and principles related to maintenance of skin integrity and need for infection control.
• Participates in care planning with the interdisciplinary team members.
• Checks equipment and supplies for proper function and maintenance. Responds appropriately to emergencies.
• Submits timely and accurate documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
• May assist patients with self-administered medications.
• Works independently, including prioritizing the daily schedule of visits, with minimum supervision.
• Provides proof of participation - a minimum of 12 hours of in-service training during each 12-month period.
• Participates in QI process as assigned. Works weekends and holidays as required.
• Participates in process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Meets LMVNA daily productivity standard.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For: .

• Valid California Certified Home Health Aide Certification
• Valid California Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum age of 18 years required.
• Good verbal communication in English.
• Reading and writing skills in English.
• Reliable automobile transportation, drivers license and insurance.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly and pay per visit rates
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid training and ongoing education
• Bilingual Stipend
• Supportive team environment
• A chance to truly make a difference in the lives of patients and families

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ancillary Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Life, Hospital)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holiday
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program

Join a company that is a cornerstone in the community and a leader in healthcare!