Job Responsibilities and Duties of Home Health Aide

Home Health Aides provide essential personalized care, including assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, mobility support, and emotional companionship care, ensuring the well-being and comfort of individuals in their own homes.

At 7 Day Home Care, our team of dedicated Home Health Aides (HHAs) are trained professionals who play a vital role in providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. With formal training in patient home care skills and home management, our HHAs are equipped to assist with a wide range of duties and services aimed at promoting personal comfort and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Under the supervision of a 7 Day Home Care Registered Nurse, our HHAs deliver high-quality care tailored to the unique needs and preferences of each client.

Personal Care Assistance Home Care Agency:

Our Home Health Aides provide assistance with various personal care tasks to ensure the comfort and well-being of our clients. This includes:

• Oral hygiene maintenance to promote dental health and prevent oral infections.
• Bathing activities, including showering, partial baths, or bed baths, to promote cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assisting with toileting activities, such as using the urinal, bedpan, or commode, and providing ostomy care as needed.
• Personal grooming activities, including shampooing, skin care, shaving, and perineal care.
• Assisting with dressing activities to ensure clients are appropriately dressed for comfort and dignity.

HHA Duties and Basic Patient Care Skills:

Our HHAs are trained to perform essential patient care skills to support the overall health and well-being of our clients. This includes:

• Conducting passive and/or active range-of-motion exercises to promote mobility and prevent stiffness.
• Assisting with transfers and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers and promote comfort.
• Taking and recording vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, to monitor overall health.
• Measuring patient’s weight and intake and output as directed by the Nursing Supervisor.
• Performing fingerstick and glucometer readings and reporting results to the Nursing Supervisor.
• Cleaning equipment used by the patient.

Eldercare In-Home Care and Household Services:

In addition to personal care assistance, our HHAs provide household services to ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our clients. This includes:

• Personal laundry services to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Making and changing the patient’s bed daily for comfort and hygiene.
• Light housekeeping: Dusting and vacuuming the rooms used by the patient to minimize allergens and dust.
• Dishwashing the patient’s utensils to ensure cleanliness and prevent contamination.
• Tidying and wet mopping the kitchen and bathroom areas to maintain sanitation.
• Disposing of the patient’s garbage at the end of each shift for cleanliness.
• Shopping for the patient if no other arrangement is possible to ensure access to essential items.

Home Health Care Agency Dietary Assistance:

Our HHAs assist clients with their dietary requirements to support their nutritional needs and overall health. This includes:

• Preparation of prescribed diets for the patient to meet their specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
• Assisting with patient feeding when necessary to ensure adequate nutrition.
• Providing between meal nourishment to prevent hunger and maintain energy levels.
• Assisting with menu planning and grocery shopping to ensure access to nutritious foods.

Home Care Support with Daily Activities:

Our HHAs also support clients in maintaining their daily activities and quality of life. This includes:

• Socializing with family and friends to promote emotional well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
• Accompanying the patient to medical appointments, social activities, and outings as tolerated to ensure engagement and participation in meaningful activities.

At 7 Day Home Care, we understand the importance of providing comprehensive and compassionate care to our clients. Our Home Health Aides are committed to promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for individuals in our care, and we are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of service to meet their evolving needs. If you require assistance with home care services, please don't hesitate to contact us to learn more about how our team can support you or your loved one in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island, New York.