Julian Julian Community Service Group, LLC-Revised

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COURSE TITLE PERSONAL SUPPORT AIDES. INTRODUCTION Duration: 2hrs Instructor: Debra McEwan RN.

[Audio] OBJECTIVES OF THIS TRAINING Develop a comprehensive understanding of the roles and qualifications of the Personal Support Aide. Understand the supporting role you will play in the daily living activities of the client as a Personal Support Aide..

[Audio] A Personal Support Aide provides assistance with daily living activities to people who are unable to perform them independently due to illness, disability, or advanced age. They work in a variety of settings, including clients' homes, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. The services provided by personal care aides may vary, depending on the needs of the clients they serve, but typically include tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and administering medication. They may also perform light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry, meal preparation, and cleaning..

[Audio] Qualifications of the Personal Support Aide Ability to read and write, follow verbal and written instructions, and complete legible written reports of care given. It's important to have clear communication when dealing with patients, particularly those with cognitive impairments, such as dementia. A successful Personal Support Aides speaks clearly, uses simple vocabulary, and remains patient and positive so that the patient can take direction and feel comfortable doing so. They must also be able to communicate effectively with clients, family members, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that their clients receive the highest quality care possible..

[Audio] Active listening skills are also important. In order for a patient to feel like they're being heard, it's paramount that the Personal Support Aides actively listens and responds accordingly. Interpersonal skills are also paramount. A Personal Support Aides will be working with people on a daily basis, often for very long hours. You may be the only social interaction your patient regularly receives, so it's important to make your interaction positive and rewarding for both your patient, and yourself..

[Audio] 2. Completion of one of the following training requirements: Documentation of nurse aide certification from the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulations Division ; or Successful completion of a competency examination for nurse aides or of a health care or personal care credentialing program approved by the Healthcare Facility Regulations Division, Private Home Care Providers Section, or.

[Audio] A total of 40 hours of training. The aide receives at least 20 hours of this training prior to caring for members. The aide completes an additional 20 hours of training within the first six months of employment..

[Audio] 3. A caring and understanding attitude toward individuals who are elderly, disabled or frail. Personal Support aides must be compassionate and patient, as they often work with individuals who may be unable to communicate their needs effectively..

[Audio] They work closely with individuals who may be elderly, disabled, or have chronic health conditions, and must be able to provide both physical and emotional support. While the work can be challenging, many personal care aides find it to be rewarding and fulfilling to help others maintain their independence and quality of life..

[Audio] 4. Ability to be flexible and tolerant of varied lifestyles. Personal Support aides work in a variety of settings, including clients' homes, group homes, and day services programs. These settings can vary widely depending on the individual needs and preferences of the client, as well as the type of care facility. Most aides work full time, although part-time work is common. Work schedules may vary. In addition, personal care aides must be able to work independently, as they may be required to manage multiple clients with varying needs and schedules..

[Audio] 5. Ability to work under supervision and within the guidelines of a care plan. Personal Support aides not only improve the quality of life of their clients but also help them maintain their independence and dignity, which can have a positive impact on their physical and mental well-being. Furthermore, they allow family members and caregivers to have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are receiving the care they need and within the guidelines of a care plan..

[Audio] 6. Good health Personal Support aides should be comfortable doing physical tasks, must be physically fit, as the job requires a significant amount of standing, walking, and lifting. This means that having physical strength, endurance, and stamina is important. You can develop this by doing strength training at a gym, running or walking frequently, or eating a healthy diet. You could also increase your flexibility by stretching, as this can help you avoid back injuries..

[Audio] Experience Providers may employ aides who do not have experience; however, providers should give preference to experienced aides. If you're a compassionate, positive person who isn't afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. As a Personal Support aide, You expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in housekeeping tasks and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate..

[Audio] Orientation A Personal Support Aide attends an initial orientation program that includes the provider's policies and procedures for aides and an overview of the EDWP CCSP/SOURCE. The orientation will include, but is not limited to, the consequences of a failure to appear for a visit to the client's home, reporting to a client's home late, missed visits and the provider's immediate back-up plan in the event of a missed visit. (Rev 12/10).

[Audio] Duties of the Personal Support Aide provide or assist with any of the appropriate duties listed in Section 1401.3. 1401.3 Appropriate Tasks All of the following tasks are member specific and the PSA may not perform them for anyone other than the EDWP CCSP/SOURCE member..

Duties of the Personal Support Aide. Activities of Daily living Instrumental Activities of Daily Living bathing (tub, shower, or bed) vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping emptying trash and garbage for the member doing laundry for the member routine skin and hair care cleaning rooms for the member general mouth care (including dentures) changing linens for the member grooming and shampooing hair defrosting refrigerator for the member nail filing (no clipping or cuticle cutting) defrosting refrigerator for the member assisting with dressing cleaning range for the member assisting with toileting ironing for the member.

Duties of the Personal Support Aide. Activities of Daily living Instrumental Activities of Daily Living giving member a back rub documenting member’s liquid intake/output assisting with self-administration of medication providing watchful supervision and oversight during absence of the caregiver(s).

Duties of the Personal Support Aide. Ambulation and transfer Proper nutrition assisting in and out of bed, chair, and/or wheelchair preparing meals and washing dishes assisting with walking encouraging proper nutrition encouraging physical activity assisting with eating assisting with simple exercise program established by nurse or therapist, if appropriate observing and reporting meal accumulation, food storage, and/or cooking equipment failure.

Duties of the Personal Support Aide. Medically related activities Home management observing and reporting changes in member’s condition to RN supervisor grocery shopping applying first aid in case of sudden illness or accident assisting with bill paying arranging trips to the doctor assisting with food stamp or other application process picking up prescription medications assisting with scheduling medical appointments accompanying member on medical appointments when necessary due to member’s frail condition reminding member to take medication.

[Audio] 2. encourage member to make decisions and to remain as independent as possible. 3. encourage member representative to be involved and responsible for care of the member. 4. observe and report changes in member's condition, meal consumption, food storage and cooking equipment failure to the supervisor..

[Audio] 5. maintain current progress notes indicating changes in the member's condition, problems that hinder service delivery, and additional needs of the member. 6. complete the Member Service Record (Appendix B) after each visit for each member if applicable if not able to document in the EVV electronic system and forward it to the PSS supervisor as required.

[Audio] 7. monitor members and their environments to address and report issues that impact members' health, safety, or welfare. Member observations include: meal consumption safety in the home changes in the member's physical or emotional condition changes in the member's support system.

[Audio] 8. apply information acquired through training 9. adhere to the Personal Support Services provider's written code of ethics and dress code.

[Audio] In-Service Training Each aide receives at least 8 hours in-service training per calendar year. The provider provides the PSA with the following in-services on a yearly basis: Basic First Aid Infection Control Body Mechanics Nutrition Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

[Audio] 2. The agency provides appropriate training to any aide unfamiliar with a specific procedure or skill required by a member prior to providing care to that member..

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