POSITION SUMMARY
Provides services and/or establishes standards
addressing the social and/or emotional factors that impact the
clients’ ability to achieve the goals of the Plan of Care.
Services are provided under the direction of a physician and
in conjunction with other health care team members in accordance
with the established policies and practices of the Agency.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters Degree from a school of Social
Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Minimum of one (1) year's experience in a health care
setting or equivalent experience. Home care experience preferred.
• CPR certification, as applicable.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication
skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources available in the
community.
• Licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance
with state/Agency requirements. Reliable transportation and
demonstrated good driving record.
• Spanish speaking preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
1. Assesses the psychosocial status of clients
to determine factors that may interfere with client’s
ability to achieve goals.
a. Completes assessments in a timely manner
and in accordance with Agency policy.
b. Develops a written plan to provide information and direction
to other health team members.
c. Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client
progress in the clinical record.
d. Communicates plans and changes to the physician and/or
nursing supervisor and other Agency staff through the care
plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
e. Initiates referrals as appropriate
2. Prepares social histories to augment existing
service, or as a guide in determining or changing level of service.
This may include cultural factors, financial concerns and support
system.
3. Demonstrates teamwork and effective communication
to accomplish client, team, and Agency goals.
a. Participates in care conferences and other
team or Agency meetings. Shares areas of expertise and initiates
interdisciplinary referrals.
b. Educates team members and clients/families about community
resources and how to access them appropriately.
4. Supervises the assessment, planning and implementation
by the Social Service team.
5. Provides leadership to the interdisciplinary
team and the Advisory Committee in identifying opportunities
to improve services, and implement strategies to address unmet
needs of clients.
6. Assists in the development, implementation,
and evaluation of the ongoing quality improvement process.
a. Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee
and Professional Advisory Committee; attends meetings as required.
7. Performs other related duties and responsibilities
as deemed necessary.
Email: info@pedipathways.com
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides personal care services under the direction
of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Home Health Aide is
assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other
appropriate professional and performs services for clients as
necessary to maintain their personal comfort.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Successful completion of a formal certification
training program and/or a written skills test and competency
evaluation.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Minimum of six (6) months work experience in a supervised
setting, preferably health care facility.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written
Plan of Care.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance
with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair. Good
driving record.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
1. Performs simple procedures as an extension
of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the
therapist.
a. Range of motion exercises
b. Assistance in ambulation or exercises
2. Performs personal care activities, including
but not limited to:
a. Bathing
b. Shampooing
c. Skin care/nail care
d. Oral hygiene
e. Dressing
3. Performs household services essential to health
care at home, including but not limited to:
a. Meal preparation/feeding
b. Laundry
c. Light housekeeping
4. Assists in the administration of medications
that are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and
supervision of the Registered Nurse (per state nurse practice
laws and Agency policy).
5. Reports any observed or reported changes in
the client's condition and/or needs to the Registered Nurse
or Therapist. Follows reporting guidelines in the Care Plan.
6. Documents care provided and completes the forms
required for the client's records. Completes the appropriate
records to document care given and pertinent observations. Submits
documentation per Agency requirements—at least weekly.
7. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment
for clients by observing infection control practices, following
Agency guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Supervisor/Case
Manager.
8. Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Does not use equipment until orientation about its operation
has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
9. Communicates effectively with all members of
the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation
in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
10. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of
the job.
11. Attends in-service programs to meet compliance
requirements. Identifies learning needs to Agency supervisor.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed
necessary.
Email: info@pedipathways.com
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides consultation and educational services
to clients and Agency staff in the areas of nutrition, special
programs, and meal planning.
Provides nutritional assessments for clients under
a medically approved Plan of Care.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Registered Dietitian.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in nutrition or dietetics.
Hospital therapeutics, teaching, and/or public health preferred.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication
skills.
• Current knowledge in dietary management of elderly,
terminally ill, and therapeutic diets.
• Knowledgeable of community resources for nutritional
guidance and support.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance
with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair. Good
driving record.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
1. Assesses the nutritional needs of referred
clients. Provides recommendations and education to clients and/or
staff in accordance with the Plan of Care and the client's preferences.
a. Provides assessments within established Agency
guidelines.
b. Recommends dietary modifications appropriate to the client's
medical plan and the client’s cultural and personal
preferences.
c. Teaches and clarifies complex dietary regimes for clients
and families.
d. Documents findings, interventions, and plans in the clinical
record.
e. Informs clients of community resources as appropriate.
2. Provides educational programs and resources
for Agency staff on current nutritional practices and nutritional
dietary management.
a. Reviews and evaluates nutritional education
resources available for staff use.
b. Presents educational programs in identified areas of nutrition/dietary
management.
c. Recommends educational and community resources for staff.
d. Responds to staff requests for consultation services related
to clinical management issues.
3. Participates in interdisciplinary activities
per Agency guidelines.
a. Attends client care conferences as requested
to provide information to health care team.
b. Participates in Agency quality improvement activities as
appropriate.
c. Participates in Agency meetings as requested.
4. Performs job in compliance with Agency policies
and procedures, and professional and community standards.
a. Accepts responsibility in accordance with
the role of Nutrition Consultant.
b. Provides services in accordance with applicable state,
federal, CHAP, and Joint Commission standards.
c. Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development
and identifies learning/developmental needs.
5. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of
the job.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities
as deemed necessary.
Email: info@pedipathways.com
