Home Support Aide FLEX - Novi, MI

Org Marketing Statement Erickson Retirement Communities develops and manages continuing care retirement communities that provide unparalleled opportunities and unmatched value for middle-income people over age 62. The Erickson network currently comprises 20 campuses in twelve states, along with the Retirement Living TV network and the NorthBay Adventure Camp. The company is rapidly growing to achieve our goal of serving even more seniors nationwide. As we grow, we seek talented, compassionate individuals to share their gifts to create communities that celebrate life. Qualifications LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: Certified as a Home Health Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant, Geriatric Nursing Assistant or Personal Care Aide, or as per State and Federal law and regulations. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Demonstrates maturity and mental and emotional stability. Able to read and write English in order to understand and carry out directions and instructions and maintain simple records. Has recent experience in personal care and homemaking. Demonstrates a willingness to learn and a basic understanding of the duties of a home support aide and the needs of the client. Able to accept and use supervision. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to operate medical equipment, as instructed. Must be able to climb stairs. May be required to lift, pull or roll 50 pounds. Must be able to lift and transfer clients. Must be able to perform routine household duties, which may involve bending, reaching, and lifting. Must provide proof of non-infection to tuberculosis. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent contact with residents and families. Frequent contact with various groups of health care workers. Potential contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise standard precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices when necessary, and learn the policies concerning infection control. NON-DISCRIMINATION: Decisions pertaining to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, wage and salary administration and other terms and conditions of employment will be determined without regard to race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, religion, national origin, age or the status of qualified individuals with disabilities. MON *CB* Responsibilities SUMMARY: A Home Support Aide is a qualified individual who carries out social, personal and certain health care tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse and who may also provide assistance with housekeeping and other related supportive tasks to a client in his/her place of residence. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Performs routine Home Support Aide Functions, including the following: Assists with care of teeth and mouth. Assists with grooming care of hair including shampoo, shaving and the ordinary care of nails. Assists with bathing of client, in bed, in tub and in shower. Assists client on and off bedpan, commode and toilet. Assists client in ambulation or transports client by wheelchair, as appropriate. Assists client with eating. Assists client with dressing. Arranges the schedule, with guidance from the supervisor, so that client follows medical recommendations such as increased physical activity. Takes temperature, pulse and respiration when instructed by supervisor. Keeps simple records as instructed by supervisor. Measures intake and output as instructed by supervisor. Observes, reports, and records client activity as instructed by supervisor. Responds to emergencies and practices safety and accident prevention while on duty. Observes infection control and standard precautions. Observes client rights and confidentiality. Uses prescribed medical equipment and supplies. Accompanies client to obtain medical care, as indicated. Prepares and serves meals according to instructions. Keeps the rooms the client uses clean, including making bed, changing bed linens, dusting, vacuuming, washing dishes, tidying kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Lists needed supplies. Shops or does errands for client. Washes clients laundry. Participates in Performance Improvement activities. Documents services provided on the appropriate form(s). Prepares and submits activity records and hours/visits worked. Attend in-services, as required. 2. Performs the following permissible Home Support Aide functions under special circumstances: Assists with changes of colostomy bag. Changes simple non-sterile dressing. Assists with the use of devices used as aids to daily living for the disabled. Assists client with prescribed exercises about which the home support aide has been taught by appropriate professional personnel. Assists with skin care as directed. Performs simple urine test for sugar, acetone or albumen and record results. Prepares modified diets, as prescribed by physician. Helps client relearn household skills. Assists with payment of bills. Performs other tasks permissible under state scope of practice and regulatory guidelines under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Observes Advance Directives status as directed on each individual client. Home Support Aide Assists with medications. 3.Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor. EEO Statement In conformity with applicable laws, Erickson Retirement Communities, Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law or unrelated to job requirements. Closing Statement I understand that under Michigan Public Act 28 of 2006, that I must report, in writing, to Fox Run if I am arraigned or convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in conformance with the Act. Job Title:   Home Support Aide FLEX - Novi, MI Company:   Erickson Retirement Communities Location:   Novi, MI 48374 Status:   Full Time, Employee Job Category:   Medical/Health Career Level:   Experienced (Non-Manager) Company:   Erickson Retirement Communities