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The iVillage Associate is a member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The iVillage Associate is responsible for observing the patient, reporting and documenting these observations and performing care in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.Care ManagementProvides psychosocial support and personal care to the patient, including bathing (tub, shower, sponge, or bed bath), oral hygiene, hair care, shampooing, shaving, skin care, nail care, foot care, and dressing.
Assists patients to self-administer-medications. Verbally prompt or assist patients to respond to electronic medication reminder systems.
Provides homemaking services, such as bed making, light housework, laundering, and errand running with patient/family’s agreement or accompanying patient to medical appointments as specified on Care Plan.
Drives patients to and from appointments or other activities in company owned/leased vehicles, in accordance with the organization’s driving policy.
Provides pet care/pet sitting including walking, feeding, changing litter boxes. Provides plant care while patient is away from home.
Provides mail delivery when appropriate.
Administration and ReportingObserves, reports, and uses electronic medical record to document patient status and the care or service furnished.
All other duties as assigned.EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent required.
Must pass the organization’s written proficiency examination and skills test.
Successful completion of the nurse aide competency evaluation program conducted by the Ohio department of health or the Medicare competency evaluation program for home health aides without a twenty-four month lapse in employment.
ExperienceOne year experience as a home health aide in a Medicare-certified home health or hospice agency preferred.
Knowledgeable of home health aide practices and procedures preferred.
Other RequirementsMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.
Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice in Greater Toledo is a premier provider in Defiance, Erie, Fulton, Hancock, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky, Seneca and Wood counties. Services include hospice and palliative care, private-duty home care, long-term nursing care, physical/speech/occupational therapies, home health aides, social work services, medication administration, wound care management, IV therapy and more. Most importantly, we’re a company that:chooses to operate as a faith-based, not-for-profit organization
makes its mission the heart of our organization
has a reputation for consistently exceeding the needs and expectations of those we serve
provides an engaging, team-oriented workplace dedicated to career, family and faith
commits to recognizing our employees for a job well done
We’re looking for people who:have a passion for helping people, solving problems and contributing to a positive work environment
are excited about bringing their personal standards and ideals to work each day
understand that HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job
Why work at Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice?Depending on an employee’s status, they may benefit from:competitive wages
medical, dental, and vision insurance
403b retirement savings
paid time off including your birthday
training, continuing education, and education assistance
pay advances up to $500
the latest technology
mileage reimbursement
unlimited career opportunities
and much more!
Who is Ohio Living?Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio Living is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit, multi-site senior living organizations. Since its founding in 1922, Ohio Living has defined the highest standards of quality of life for adults through its 12 life plan communities and Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice in 50 Ohio counties.Our mission is to provide adults with caring and quality services toward the enhancement of physical, mental and spiritual well-being consistent with the Christian Gospel.Our Values:Care Integrity Customer ServiceInnovation Financial Stewardship LeadershipExternal Title: Resident Services Coordinator (Vineyard on Catawba Campus) Requisition ID: 2021-10121 Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40.00 Shift: Days Work Schedule: 8-5
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