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RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the supervision and the direction of a registered nurse, physical, occupational or speech therapist in the community, assists in the care of patients in the patient’s home following specific care plans.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.

• Constant: reaching above, at and below shoulders; repetitive arm/hand motion.

• Frequent: standing, walking, stooping/bending, gripping of objects, and twisting body.

• Occasional: lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling usual weight of 50 pounds of force.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subjected to adverse environmental conditions like blood borne pathogens.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Certificate of Nurse Aide Training.

• Valid U.S. driver’s license and vehicle with insurance as required by Hawaii State Law.

• Driver’s abstract reflecting evidence of good driving record.

• Current BLS certification.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice to treat patients.

• Knowledge and use of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public.

• Knowledge of Home Health Aide theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.

• Knowledge of medical equipment instruments to administer patient care.

• Able to apply principles, methods, techniques, policies, and procedures necessary for a Home Health Aide.

• Able to complete electronic records and respond to clinical disciplinary team promptly to provide quality care for the patients.

• Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, health care providers and the public.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet