Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: To assist in implementing a medically-directed plan of care for patients in their homes; to assist patients and their families with a variety of home management tasks and personal care activities MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: I.
Education: - Basic education (high school)- Graduation from a State approved LNA course instruction II.
Experience: Previous experience in nursing home or similar facility desired, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired III. License Requirements: Vermont State Board of Nursing Licensed Nursing Assistant IV. General: - Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency- Able to speak, read and write in English- Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment and a positive attitude toward daily activities - Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work- Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with organization's employees, clients, customers and the general public- Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG - Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace- Be able to carry out the functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others- Hold a valid driver's license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by the organization, and appropriate to position- Knowledge of physical, emotional, developmental needs of and ways to work with population served by home health organization- Ability to work independently in private homes under the supervision of a licensed RN, PT- Ability to complete additional training appropriate to the job prior to assignment WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Traveling may be required2. May work in community based settings, and clients' homes and outdoors3. May work during non-business hours4. May experience:- Hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, visitors and staff- Stress due to a demanding profession- An exposure to blood-borne pathogens- A variety of environmental exposures such as inclement weather, animals, firearms, tobacco use, dust, and other client based activities and preferences ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must walk, sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours2. Must have the ability to push, pull and lift from the floor, up to a total of 50 pounds and be able to move with the weight, as to organization's standards3. Climbing-be able to navigate stairs of varying heights and degrees4. Balancing-be able to maintain balance5. Kneeling, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching below waist level, reaching overhead and reaching torso level6. Manual finger dexterity-will need dexterity to perform duties and use equipment7. Visual acuity-will need sufficient eyesight to drive a car, use office equipment and perform duties8. Auditory acuity- will need to assist individuals in person and by telephone PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: I. Performance Standards: - Includes basic nursing assistant and restorative duties for which the nursing assistant is prepared by education and supervised practice such as wound care, assistance with self-administered medications, assistance with therapeutic experiences, help with assistive devices, simple technical procedures- Assist in personal care of patients including ambulation, use of wheelchair/walker/cane and other adaptive equipment,
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.