Job Summary: To provide routine nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures as directed by supervisory personnel

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care to residents/clients within the scope of practice permitted by certification, performing tasks in a sensitive, caring manner.
• Follow the Home Health Aide Care Plan in each setting as established by the registered nurse
• Receive assignment and resident report at the beginning of the shift. Make rounds to assure residents are clean, comfortable and not in any distress. Report any adverse findings to the nurse immediately.
• Complete necessary forms and documentation in a timely manner. Report responses, needs or findings to the nurse for appropriate intervention.
• Assist residents/clients with nutritional intake. Encourage and support residents to function at the highest level of independence, providing assistance or use of supportive devices when needed. Maintain a constant supply of fresh water at the bedside and offer extra nourishment if allowed. Document and report intake and output as directed.
• Routinely provide assistance to residents which requires, lifting, pushing and balancing the equivalent of 50 lbs.
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, bathing, grooming, oral care and general cleanliness. Encourage self-help measures when warranted.
• Assure that residents/clients are dressed appropriately and that clothing is neat, clean and presentable. Residents/clients should have stockings/socks and comfortable, well fitting shoes. Promote self help measures, offering assistance as needed.
• Provide for and assist with elimination needs. Use gloves to avoid contact with body fluids. Use incontinence products when directed, checking residents at least every two hours, and providing care as needed. Assist with restorative program to encourage resident to function at their highest level.
• Keep environment clean and safe. Keep hallways clear and floor free of debris. Follow Guidelines for Infection Control. Clean equipment and/or work areas assigned.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges as requested. Assure that residents’ clothing personal articles, equipment and supplies are properly stored and labeled according to policies and regulations.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and social functions. Assist with transportation when needed.
• Accompany residents/clients on appointments/outings.
• Cooperate with other staff and departments to provide quality services to residents/clients
• Complete assignments in allotted period of time.

• Other duties as requested or assigned by supervisor or scheduler.