Home Health Aide Escort

About This Role

Join our compassionate team as a Home Health Aide Escort, supporting residents by safely escorting them to and from clinic and dialysis appointments.

Responsibilities

• Escort residents to and from clinic appointments and dialysis
• Arrive at work one hour prior to scheduled clinic appointment
• Maintain full nursing uniform and wear ID badge at facility and clinic
• Assist residents in preparing for their appointments
• Ensure residents receive out-on-pass snacks
• Monitor residents to prevent falls and altercations, intervening immediately to prevent incidents
• Report all incidents and accidents to the Clinical Coordinator or ADNS immediately
• At the clinic, obtain appropriate reports regarding the resident’s visit, ensure they have the necessary paperwork and supplies
• Be knowledgeable of residents' DNR/DNI status, ensuring all DNR’s have a non-hospital DNR form with them
• Proactively advocate for residents at the clinic to ensure all needs are met and communicate challenges to the facility as needed

Requirements

• Current NYS Home Health Aide (HHA) certification
• Ability to perform all tasks and duties of a Home Health Aide
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of residents

Nice to Have

• CNA certification

Benefits

Certifications