Home Health Aide (HHA)

Location: Arvada, Colorado

Openings: 15

Salary Range: $31,200 - $43,680 Shifts Available: 2pm-10pm & 10pm - 6am. Sunday - Saturday. Rates: $15-21 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.