Caregiver Weekly Pay - LHC Group : Job Details

Summary

We are now hiring a Caregiver in the surrounding areas of Frankfort, KY.

This is a PRN position.

* One Patient at a Time

* Earn PTO while working 32+ Hours

* Flexible Scheduling

At Commonwealth Community Based Services, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the?meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,?each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.?You can find a home for your career here.

As CNAs, Aides & Caregivers, you can expect:

* Opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages

* Flexibility for true work-life balance

* Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

* Career mobility and growth opportunities

If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your nursing career, this is a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

The Home Health Aide is responsible for providing patients with in-home personal care and designated health related services to maintain the patient's physical and emotional well-being, while following the written plan of care, Medicare/Medicaid regulations and agency policies and procedures.

* Reports observations of the client's condition to the Agency Director or accounts manager. Notifies the Agency Director immediately if any incidents or accidents occur.

* Utilize the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable.

* Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.

* May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including peri care and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode, and toilet.

* Assist client in preparing for bed. Position patient in bed as directed. Assists with ambulation including with cane, walker, and crutches. Personal care dressing of client. Medication reminder.

* Assists with household tasks directly essential to client's personal care.

* Accompanies client to medical appointments or shopping and performing other essential errands, if necessary.

* Measures and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide.

* Prepares meals as required based upon clients preferred diet. May need to feed client if required.

* Provides clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.

* Ensures confidentiality of client records and information.

* Records and reports activities related to personal care responsibilities, as required.

* Responds promptly to client requests.

* Documents all client related activities in a timely manner.

* Participates in performance improvement in-services.

* Reacts to change productively and performs other job-related tasks and duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Experience Desired

* Six months experience in home care preferred.

* Current CPR certification required.

Skill Requirements

* Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified patients needs.

* Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the patient.

* Able to work independently.

* Ability to multi-task, self-directed, good time management skills, courteous, and common sense.

* Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

* Must possess the disposition and personality to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people and their families keeping personal matters confidential.

* Must possess a strong commitment to the goals, mission, and philosophy of the organization.

* Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.

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Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

Commonwealth CBS a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.