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Lippincott - 301 Lippincott Drive, USA
Onsite
Location:
Lippincott - 301 Lippincott DriveRemote Type:
On-SiteEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Summary:
Under the supervision of the registered nurse provides personal care services; including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Assists with patient mobility, using assistive devices if necessary.
Performs household duties as needed to improve / maintain the patient’s health status; including bed making, laundry, shopping, and meal preparation. Documents care provided.
Position Responsibilities:
• Knowledgeable of and supports the plan of care under the direction of the RN.
• Performs personal care and household chores to/for the patient as established in the plan of care in order to maintain patient’s health status.
• Submits all documentation (care plan, time sheets, API, etc) accurately and timely.
• Identifies and communicates changes in the patient’s status to RN and responds appropriately.
• Reinforces education of the patient and family / responsible party regarding individual care needs, wellness, and safety issues.
• Practice standard precautions and patient safety principles.
• Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains departmental level competencies.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Home Health Aide or Nurse Aide experience preferred.
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
Successful completion of State Certified Home Health Aide course.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Home Health Aide Certification-NJ Board.
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Current Certification CPR and BLS.
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Hourly Rate: $18.54 - $24.68
The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.For more benefits information click here.
