• Address: 1832 kittyhawk drive, Little Elm, TX 75068 (map)
• Date Posted: 12/03/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Paloma Home Health Agency inc. is in search of motivated and well experienced Care-Givers to join our team. CNAs and home health aides and nurses are needed

Job Summary:
Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the client in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Job Classification: Clinical
Lines of Authority: Reports to Director of Clinical Services
Job Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma Preferred
Licensure: Must have current drivers license
Experience: At least one year experience in the last 24 months as a Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home or home health agency, or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program within the last 24 months.
Skills: Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly. Proof of current CPR and Hepatitis profile. Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist and written Skills Test.
Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance
Environmental and Working Conditions:
Works in patient's homes in various conditions, possible exposure to blood and body fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexibly schedule, ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Physical and Mental Effort:
Prolonged standing and walking required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient needs, to make quick decisions and meet patient/family psycho social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize durable medical equipment in the home.

*Must have car with current auto insurance
*Proof of current license
*References will be checked
*Please attach resume to response, and can email resume to palomahomehealth@hotmail.com
*Must be CPR and First Aid Certified
*Must pass our stringent background, criminal, driving, and criminal checks
Send us your resume today to schedule an interview. EOE Compliant
* Location: Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex
* Compensation: *Please call to inquire.

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