Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Northglenn
  • Atn Health
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Shifts Available: 2pm-10pm & 10pm - 6am. Sunday - Saturday.
Rates: $18-23 per hour with weekly pay.

Responsibilities of the HHA role include:
  • Personal Care Duties
  • Bathing and Grooming:
    • Assist clients with bathing, showering, and personal hygiene.
    • Help with grooming tasks such as brushing hair, shaving, and nail care.
  • Dressing:
    • Help clients select appropriate clothing and assist with dressing and undressing.
  • Toileting and Continence Care:
    • Assist with toileting needs, including the use of bedpans, commodes, or toilet facilities.
    • Provide support for clients with incontinence, including changing adult diapers and performing perineal care.
  • Mobility Assistance:
    • Help clients move around their home, including transfers from bed to chair, wheelchair to toilet, etc.
    • Assist with exercises and mobility routines prescribed by a physical therapist.
  • Feeding and Nutrition:
    • Assist clients with eating meals and ensuring they maintain a nutritious diet.
    • Prepare meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Skin Care:
    • Apply prescribed lotions or ointments and monitor skin condition to prevent issues like pressure sores.
  • Health Maintenance Duties
  • Medication Assistance:
    • Remind clients to take their medications as prescribed.
    • Assist with organizing medications and ensuring they are taken on time.
  • Vital Signs Monitoring:
    • Measure and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rate.
  • Basic Wound Care:
    • Assist with cleaning and dressing minor wounds as directed by a healthcare professional.
  • Health Monitoring:
    • Observe and report changes in the client's condition to a supervising nurse or healthcare professional.
  • Transportation:
    • Assist with arranging and providing transportation to medical appointments or other necessary outings.
  • Household Assistance
  • Light Housekeeping:
    • Perform light housekeeping tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, and laundry.
    • Maintain a clean and safe living environment for the client.
  • Shopping and Errands:
    • Assist with grocery shopping and running errands.
  • Meal Preparation:
    • Plan and prepare meals according to the client's dietary needs and preferences.
  • Emotional Support and Companionship
  • Companionship:
    • Provide companionship and engage in activities that promote mental and emotional well-being.
    • Offer emotional support and encouragement.
  • Communication:
    • Maintain clear and open communication with the client, family members, and healthcare team.
    • Document and report any changes in the client's condition or needs.
  • Additional Responsibilities
  • Training and Compliance:
    • Attend required training sessions and maintain certifications.
    • Adhere to all regulations and guidelines for providing IHSS in Colorado.
  • Emergency Response:
    • Be prepared to respond to emergencies and provide first aid or CPR if needed.
  • These duties ensure that clients receive comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs, promoting their independence and quality of life in the home setting.

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