Home Health Aide - Englewood, United States - ACTORS FUND HOME

Description

Job Description

Actors Fund Home, an assisted living, skilled nursing, accredited dementia care and sub-acute rehabilitation center located in Englewood, NJ, and a recipient of a CMS Five Star Rating seeks Home Health Aides (HHAs) who will be responsible for providing assistance and services to residents of our Memory Care Unit.

JOB DUTIES

• Provide routine nursing care based on residents' needs as stated in the general service plan developed by the Memory Care Coordinator.
• Assist residents in Memory Care with their ADLs (activities of daily living), such as bathing, dressing, hair care, feeding, grooming, etc.; encourage self-help and independence whenever possible.
• Assist in arranging transportation, reminding residents of appointments, and accompanying residents to appointments or programs as needed.
• Report all resident changes in condition or unusual findings as well as incidents and accidents promptly to the Memory Care Coordinator.
• Ensure that resident's phone calls are answered promptly and redirected accordingly.
• Ensure that required facility records are completed and maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have an active NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide (CHHA) or Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certification
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certification
• Must be able to perform applicable housekeeping chores
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Possess effective interpersonal skills in dealing with residents, co- workers, families and various health professionals
• Be adaptable to change and able to meet crisis and emergencies
• Ability to work independently and problem solve with a minimal supervision
• Must have an understanding of, affection for, and a desire to work with the aging

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies
• Must be able to pass the facility's physical examination upon employment and annually thereafter

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This is an hourly Full-Time position based at The Actors Fund Home in Englewood, NJ. The shift requirement is 11:00pm-7:00am including every other weekend. The successful candidate must be able to cover assigned shifts on a regular basis, including holidays, and should be available to cover vacations/call outs of other Home Health Aides on occasion. This position is covered by the SEIU 1199 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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ABOUT THE ACTORS FUND

The Actors Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance.

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Actors Fund is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Built into the value statement of The Actors Fund is a commitment to embrace diversity and seek equity, inclusion and dignity for all.

We celebrate our differences and strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.