Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager This position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager The Nurse Aide performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of the RN This position is Certified by the State of CT and employee can be trained and scheduled to provide hospice care in skilled nursing facilitiesCOMPETENCIESAbility to read write and speak EnglishAbility to comprehend written and oral instructions in EnglishAbility to drive a car possession of a current driverrsquos license and access to a carMust show proof of automobile insurance with a minimum liability coverage of Flexibility must be punctual and dependableAbility to get along with people a sympathetic attitude and ability to adjust to varying complex home situationsAbility to motivate ability to work well with other members of the Home Care TeamDesire and motivation to grow in knowledge and to attend the required hours of in service education per calendar yearMust have excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions both written and verbal to adhere to Agency Personnel Policies and Dress Code and to maintain confidentialityESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Eastern Connecticut Health Network reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities to this position Assisting the patient with personal care and ADLs to include bathing oral hygiene toileting feeding dressing exercises ambulation transfers and medications that are ordinarily self administered Providing normal household services essential to patient care at home meal preparation laundry and light housekeeping duties Reports to RN Case Manager or Registered Nurse RN designee any recognized changes in patientrsquos condition May provide hospice care in Skilled Nursing Facilities per Plan of Care Communicates appropriately with patients and families Communicates at patientrsquos level of understanding Adheres to confidentiality policy regarding patient scheduling work assignments agency related work issues personal issues and avoids controversial topics Meets annual in service requirements of hours of which must be hospice related Participates in other agency activities such as small group focus groups committees and preceptorships Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Privacy Plan as per written agreement Performs other duties as necessary to support Agency programs as assigned by the Home Health Aide SupervisorPERFORMANCE CRITERIAThe Home Health Aide II shall possess the following skills and attributes and be responsible for the following dutiesSuccessfully completes competency evaluation in accordance with the State of Connecticut and Federal regulations on hire and annuallyDemonstrates safety and competence in meeting personal care needs of the patients assigned in accordance with tasks assigned performs household duties as directed and strives to maximize patientrsquos safety in their environmentPosition may be used to provide care for hospice patients in Skilled facilities must show high levels of collaboration and willingness to work effectively with Skilled facility staffAssures the patientrsquos rights are honored during all aspects of care and service including the need to respect the patient hisher right to privacy and hisher propertyDemonstrates sound judgment in recognizing and communicating changes in the patientrsquos condition including skin changes to the RN Case Managerdesignee or therapist and or patientfamily concernsIdentifies areas for improvement within Agency processes as well as personalpara professional learning needsmiddot Regularly attends in services or outside seminars to enhance practice and knowledgemiddot Active participant when attending in services or team conferencesProvides a positive care experience for patients assignedmiddot Accepts and respects the patient and their familycaregiverrsquos individuality customs and lifestylesmiddot Values every patient by actively listening and remaining focused on their needsAccountabilityResponsibilitymiddot Can be relied upon to meet requirements of job description with a minimum of supervisionmiddot Communicates schedule changes to manager or appropriate person and need for assistancemiddot Is prompt and attends meetings and programs as expectedOrganizationProductivitymiddot Demonstrates an ability to perform job responsibilities in an organized efficient mannermiddot Prioritizes needs and meets productivity standards for the departmentAdaptabilitymiddot Demonstrates an ability to understand and carry out instructionsmiddot Adapts to changing conditions during the workday and in the industrymiddot Remains focused and responds appropriately when under pressureDocumentationmiddot Ability to complete and submit job relatedrequired reports in an accurate clear concise and timely manner assuring that content meets any federal state local and Agency requirementsProfessional Integritymiddot Demonstrates integrity and sound decision making in all issues related to jobmiddot Adheres to standard of confidentiality discussing patient and Agency information only with appropriate personnel in the proper settingmiddot Promotes a positive image of the Agency at all timesAttendancemiddot Demonstrates faithfulness in coming to work in accordance with assigned work schedulemiddot Adheres to the Agencyrsquos Attendance PolicyTeamworkCommitmentmiddot Functions with an understanding of individual performance and its impact on co workersmiddot Works cooperatively and assists department and Agency co workers as neededmiddot Volunteers for projectscommittees to achieve department andor Agency goalsInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationmiddot Demonstrates an ability to effectively express self orally or writtenmiddot Shows respect and courtesy in interactionsmiddot Seeks clarification from appropriate source if communication is not clearly understoodmiddot Displays positive attitude and is resolution orientedPersonal Appearancemiddot Personal appearance is neat clean and professionally appropriatemiddot Adheres to Human Resources Dress and Footwear PolicyWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager This position is responsible for the provision of necessary care to patients as designated by a written care plan which is developed by the RN Case Manager The Nurse Aide performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of the RN This position is Certified by the State of CT and employee can be trained and scheduled to provide hospice care in skilled nursing facilitiesCOMPETENCIESAbility to read write and speak EnglishAbility to comprehend written and oral instructions in EnglishAbility to drive a car possession of a current driverrsquos license and access to a carMust show proof of automobile insurance with a minimum liability coverage of Flexibility must be punctual and dependableAbility to get along with people a sympathetic attitude and ability to adjust to varying complex home situationsAbility to motivate ability to work well with other members of the Home Care TeamDesire and motivation to grow in knowledge and to attend the required hours of in service education per calendar yearMust have excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions both written and verbal to adhere to Agency Personnel Policies and Dress Code and to maintain confidentialityESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Eastern Connecticut Health Network reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities to this position Assisting the patient with personal care and ADLs to include bathing oral hygiene toileting feeding dressing exercises ambulation transfers and medications that are ordinarily self administered Providing normal household services essential to patient care at home meal preparation laundry and light housekeeping duties Reports to RN Case Manager or Registered Nurse RN designee any recognized changes in patientrsquos condition May provide hospice care in Skilled Nursing Facilities per Plan of Care Communicates appropriately with patients and families Communicates at patientrsquos level of understanding Adheres to confidentiality policy regarding patient scheduling work assignments agency related work issues personal issues and avoids controversial topics Meets annual in service requirements of hours of which must be hospice related Participates in other agency activities such as small group focus groups committees and preceptorships Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and HIPAA Privacy Plan as per written agreement Performs other duties as necessary to support Agency programs as assigned by the Home Health Aide SupervisorPERFORMANCE CRITERIAThe Home Health Aide II shall possess the following skills and attributes and be responsible for the following dutiesSuccessfully completes competency evaluation in accordance with the State of Connecticut and Federal regulations on hire and annuallyDemonstrates safety and competence in meeting personal care needs of the patients assigned in accordance with tasks assigned performs household duties as directed and strives to maximize patientrsquos safety in their environmentPosition may be used to provide care for hospice patients in Skilled facilities must show high levels of collaboration and willingness to work effectively with Skilled facility staffAssures the patientrsquos rights are honored during all aspects of care and service including the need to respect the patient hisher right to privacy and hisher propertyDemonstrates sound judgment in recognizing and communicating changes in the patientrsquos condition including skin changes to the RN Case Managerdesignee or therapist and or patientfamily concernsIdentifies areas for improvement within Agency processes as well as personalpara professional learning needsmiddot Regularly attends in services or outside seminars to enhance practice and knowledgemiddot Active participant when attending in services or team conferencesProvides a positive care experience for patients assignedmiddot Accepts and respects the patient and their familycaregiverrsquos individuality customs and lifestylesmiddot Values every patient by actively listening and remaining focused on their needsAccountabilityResponsibilitymiddot Can be relied upon to meet requirements of job description with a minimum of supervisionmiddot Communicates schedule changes to manager or appropriate person and need for assistancemiddot Is prompt and attends meetings and programs as expectedOrganizationProductivitymiddot Demonstrates an ability to perform job responsibilities in an organized efficient mannermiddot Prioritizes needs and meets productivity standards for the departmentAdaptabilitymiddot Demonstrates an ability to understand and carry out instructionsmiddot Adapts to changing conditions during the workday and in the industrymiddot Remains focused and responds appropriately when under pressureDocumentationmiddot Ability to complete and submit job relatedrequired reports in an accurate clear concise and timely manner assuring that content meets any federal state local and Agency requirementsProfessional Integritymiddot Demonstrates integrity and sound decision making in all issues related to jobmiddot Adheres to standard of confidentiality discussing patient and Agency information only with appropriate personnel in the proper settingmiddot Promotes a positive image of the Agency at all timesAttendancemiddot Demonstrates faithfulness in coming to work in accordance with assigned work schedulemiddot Adheres to the Agencyrsquos Attendance PolicyTeamworkCommitmentmiddot Functions with an understanding of individual performance and its impact on co workersmiddot Works cooperatively and assists department and Agency co workers as neededmiddot Volunteers for projectscommittees to achieve department andor Agency goalsInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationmiddot Demonstrates an ability to effectively express self orally or writtenmiddot Shows respect and courtesy in interactionsmiddot Seeks clarification from appropriate source if communication is not clearly understoodmiddot Displays positive attitude and is resolution orientedPersonal Appearancemiddot Personal appearance is neat clean and professionally appropriatemiddot Adheres to Human Resources Dress and Footwear PolicyEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONHigh school diploma or GED requiredCertificate to practice as a Home Health Aide in the State of Connecticut or CNA with certification with the Connecticut State Nurse Aide RegistryIs enrolled in or has completed a Basic Approved Training Program as defined by Licensure Regulations or evidence of meeting the exemption criteria as defined by the Licensure Regulations EXPERIENCEPrevious experience as CNAHCA preferredEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONHigh school diploma or GED requiredCertificate to practice as a Home Health Aide in the State of Connecticut or CNA with certification with the Connecticut State Nurse Aide RegistryIs enrolled in or has completed a Basic Approved Training Program as defined by Licensure Regulations or evidence of meeting the exemption criteria as defined by the Licensure Regulations EXPERIENCEPrevious experience as CNAHCA preferred