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Fedelta Home Care is actively looking for a new or experienced caregiver to work with clients located in Everett, Lynnwood, North Seattle, Arlington, Marysville and across Snohomish County WA!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Assesses patient condition by monitoring vital signs; recording intake and output; reviewing patient care journal; keeping family informed.
- Administers treatments by dispensing medications; changing bandages; administering oxygen; maintaining oxygen supply and equipment.
- Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal; notifying agency home care supervisor of changing or unusual conditions.
- Driving patients to/from appointments, errands, etc. As needed/as able.
- Helps patients care for themselves by introducing and teaching assisted living techniques, such as using a cane or walker, using special utensils to eat, using special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene needs.
- Providing bathing/grooming assistance including, but not limited to shower assistance, combing/brushing hair, assistance with toileting, etc.
- Helps family members care for the patient by introducing and teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient; putting the family in contact with resources for additional home care help
- Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following agency standards and procedures; changing linens, dusting, vacuuming; maintaining kitchen and bathroom facilities, handling personal laundry; maintaining security.
- Provides nutritious meals by following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards; preparing, cooking, and serving meals and snacks.
- Maintains continuity of patient home care by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs in the patient journal for the next caregiver.
- Updates job knowledge and maintains certified nursing assistant status by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; fulfilling continuing education requirements.
- Protects the home health care company by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
• Active HCA or CNA license valid in the State of Washington
• Smartphone (iPhone, Android, Googlephone, etc.) for time and attendance software
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Must be able to reliably commute to your client's location
• Ability to pass criminal background check
BENEFITS:
• Medical, dental and vision benefits!
• Commuter benefits!
• Scholarship program!
• Fully vested 401k with generous employer match!
• Referral bonuses!
• Additional differentials may be available, depending on client!
• Mileage reimbursement!
• Free continuing education and training!
• Tuition reimbursement!
• Paid time off!
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