ORIENTATION CHECKLIST:
I have read my job description and understand that I will be evaluated based on the performance criteria in my job description. I acknowledge having completed all of the orientation in service curriculum.
PAID SICK LEAVE FORM:
I have been informed today by CarePro of NY, Inc. regarding the Paid Sick Leave rules and regulations as per the New York State Labor Law and the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Right.
I am aware that I will start accumulating Paid Sick Leave hours from my first day of employment on a “1 hour for every 30 hours worked” rate of accrual. The maximum hours that I can accumulate and use is 56 hours annually.
I have read and understand the information provided.
AFFIDAVIT:
I have applied for a position as a {position} with CarePro of NY. All of the information I have submitted is true to the best of my knowledge. All certificates are valid (or copies of originals) and all background information is correct. I authorize CarcPro of NY to obtain any information regarding and pertaining to my employment and health status. I understand that this may include contacting the following to obtain information to verify signatures, dates, forms and data.
- Medical providers (M.D. lab, etc.)
- Previous employers
- Schools and training programs
- Personal and professional references
I further release CarePro of NY of any liability that may occur as a result of my personal negligence or as a result ofany information that I wrongfully or fraudulently submitted to CarePro of NY, or in the course of applying for aposition during my association with them. 1 understand that any information fraudulently submitted will result in my immediate termination.
As a job applicant/employee of CarePro of NY, I hereby attest to the fact that I have received no special inducements, remuneration, or promises thereof to work for this agency, I understand that I will receive a salary commensurate and also in line with what other employee of this agency are receiving for similar work and experience. All other benefits that I may be eligible for will be in accordance with policies established by
Hiring of personnel, salaries and benefits are awarded without regard to racc, religion, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation CarePro of NY is an equal opportunity employer. I have read the preceding statement and I understand and agree with its contents.
EXCLUDED PROVIDER COMPLIANCE:
I was compared with the exclusion lists maintained by:
- The New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG) - lists individuals or entities whose participation in the Medicaid Program has been restricted, terminated or excluded under the provisions of 18 NYCRR 504./(b)-(h), 18 NYCRR 515.3 OR 18 NYCRR 515.7
- US Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Inspector General (OIG) - The List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE) names individuals and entities currently excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid and all Federal health care programs; under sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act and Section 42 CFR 1001.3001-3005
- General Services Administration (GSA) - The Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) lists those individuals or entities who have been disqualified from receiving Federal contracts, certain subcontracts, and certain Federal financial and nonfinancial assistance and benefits, pursuant to the provisions of 31 U.S.C.6101,note,F.O. 12549, E.O. 12689, 48 CFR 9.404, and each agency's codification of the Common Rule for No procurement suspension and debarment as published by the General Service Administration (GSA).
CarePro of NY, Inc. assumes the information provided by OMIG, OIG and GSA to be accurate. However, CarePro of NY, Inc. cannot guarantee --- either expressed or implied --- the accuracy of the OMIG, OIG or GSA's websites (which were used to access this information).
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF THE POSITION DESCRIPTION:
I have received Care Pro of NY, Inc.’ position description. All qualification, position description, specific duties and responsibilities functions that will not be performed under any circumstances and confidentiality statement regarding this position has been discussed.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF THE PERSONAL POLICY:
My questions regarding this notice have been answered. I have received CarePro of NY's all information that who can be hired as Personal Care Aide State regulations allow certain relatives to become the personal care aide, which in this program means being hired by the licensed home care services agency (LHCSA) that has a contract with the MLTC plan, certified home health agency, managed care plan, or local district. These relatives MAY NOT BE the personal care aide: spouse, parent, son, son-in-law, daughter or daughter-in-law. Another relative may be the aide " if that other relative(i) is not residing in the patient's home; or(ii) is residing in the patient's home because the amount of care required by the patient.
I have received CarePro of NY's established a written code of conduct in order to protect you, our clients and the agency. As an employee for CarePro of NY, I will take the Code of Conduct very seriously, and you must too. Under the Code, I can be disciplined or terminated if I violatethe prohibitions. If I know of others who are violating these terms and don't report them to us, you can be disciplinedor terminated. Please read this letter carefully.
As an employee of CarePro of NY, I acknowledge receipt of the agency issued photo identification badge. As required by regulation and agency policy, I agree to wear the ID when working where it is visible to the eye immediately by the patient, all the patient's family members and Supervising Nurse. If card is lost be advised you MUST PAY a $10.00 lost card fee. The identification badge is the property of CarePro of NY and will be returned to the agency upon termination of employment. I know I can contact CarePro of NY at the above address or telephone number if I have any other questions regarding this form.
HOME ATTENDANT MANUAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the CarePro of NY Inc. (The "Employer") Home Attendant Manual (the "Handbook" I understand that this Handbook supersedes all previous descriptions of the Employer's policies, procedures, and employee benefits.
I understand that the Handbook describes important information about the Employer, and I agree to read the entire Handbook. I agree to abide by all the policies and procedures contained in the Handbook. If I have any questions about the Handbook, or about other issues regarding my employment, I will consult with the Personnel Manager.
I understand that the Employer's personnel policies and benefits are regularly reviewed and may be modified or supplemented without notice. Although I understand that the Employer will strive to keep me posted of any changes, I understand and agree that the Employer does not intend by this Handbook to create contractual obligations, express or implied, on the part of the staff or the Employer. I understand and agree that the Employer retains the sole right to interpret the Handbooks provisions.
I understand and agree that, unless I am subject to an employment contract, my employment with the Employer is "at will", that is, that both Employer and I are free to terminate my employment at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. I understand that, while other personnel policies, procedures and benefits of the Employer may change from the time to time in the Employer's discretion, this at-will employment relationship can only be changed by an express written employment contract signed by the Program Director.
24-HOUR SHIFT POLICY:
The following policy applies only to paraprofessional staff who are on duty for 24-hours or more. You will be paid for all hours worked. During each full 24-hour period during which you are required to be on duty, you will have the ability to take Meal Periods of up to 3 hours and Sleep Time of up to 8 hours, 5 hours of which are uninterrupted, in adequate sleeping facilities, and these hours will not count as hours worked. All other hours during the course of such period will be considered hours worked.
It is expected that you will have the ability to enjoy 3 hours of Meal Periods and 8 hours of Sleep Time (5 of which are uninterrupted) for each full 24-hour shift. Where you receive 3 hours of Meal Periods and 8 hours of Sleep Time, you will be credited with 13 hours of work for the 24-hour shift, consistent with the written agreement you signed concerning working 24-hour shifts. Please note that if you are provided sufficient Bona Fide Meal and Sleep Time of sufficient length but voluntarily choose not to sleep or eat and to instead spend your time, free of work duties, in other ways or enjoying other non- work activities (reading, watching television, using a mobile device, etc, you will be deemed to have been provided the required Bona Fide Meal and Sleep Time.
To ensure that you are paid for all hours you work, if you do not have the ability to enjoy 3 hours of Meal Periods and 8 hours of Sleep Time for each full 24-hour shift, contact your Coordinator within 24 hours of the conclusion of the shift and complete a "Sleep Time and Meal Period Exception Certification Form" and return the form to your Coordinator within 48 hours. A blank Sleep Time and Meal Period Exception Certification Form is attached to this Handbook and additional forms are available from any Coordinator.
Any Aide who enters or submits a false record concerning their Meal Periods or Sleep Period will be subject to immediate disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
In Service Literature Acknowledgement – Mandatory Topics:
I have received the in-service literature and acknowledge understanding of the following policies, as they should be practiced, in addition to any further policies and procedures, which are to be followed:
- Training Content
- HIPAA
- Resident Rights
- Sexual Abuse Policy and Prevention
- Accident Prevention
- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness
- Infection Control
- Fire Safety
- Advance Directives
EVV TRAINING ACKNOWLEGEMENT:
I have received the Electronic Verification System, Orientation, and Training Information. I acknowledge understanding of the following as they should be practiced, in addition to any further policies and procedures, which are followed:
- I must Clock in and out from my clients home via call in and out system (if not using HHA Exchange mobile app).
- I must call the agency if the EVV is not accepted and speak to my coordinator
- I must follow the plan of care and enter the tasks that were performed for the visit.
- A timesheet is required if the EVV is not accepted or the clients phone is not working (if not using HHA mobile app)
HIV CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT:
I understand the importance of observing strict confidentiality policy. I agree not to discuss or release any information obtained within the agency regarding any CarePro of NY, client, their medical record or any condition with anyone not directly associated with CarePro of NY Employees who are not directly associated with the client's record, will only be done with proper authorization as/or in accordance with established agency policy for release of information.
In the event that you are made aware that your patient is HIV positive, you can not disclose this information to another individual. Start law prohibits you from making any further disclosure of this information without the specific written consent of the person it pertains to or as permitted by law. Any further disclosure is a violation of state law and may result in a fine or jail sentence or both. General authorization for the release of medical record or any other information is not sufficient authorization for future disclosure.
I understand and agree to abide by the aforementioned policy, and that any breach in the policy will result in the implementation of the disciplinary procedure up to and including possible IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL from employment at CarePro of NY.
MEDICARE FRAUD & ABUSE – PREVENT, DETECT, REPORT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:
I have been informed regarding Medicare Fraud & Abuse: Prevent, Detect, Report from CarePro of NY, Inc. and acknowledge to comply with the rule. I acknowledge that I was informed with all pertaining to the Federal False Claims Act. Well as where to report these issues should they suspected or uncovered.
I understand rules for Fraud and Abuse in Medicare programs is to prohibit the fraudulent conduct addressed by these laws.
HIPAA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:
I have been informed regarding HIPAA Privacy Rule from CarePro of NY, Inc. and acknowledge to comply the rule.
I understand that the major goal of the privacy rule is to assure that individuals' health information is properly protected while allowing the flow of health information needed to provide and promote high quality health care and protect the public's health and well-being.
VERIFICATION OF TRAINING IN UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS:
I have been trained and/or in-serviced on the proper techniques for caring for patients with communicable disease. The procedure known as Universal Barrier Precautions has been taught to me through CarePro of NY, Inc. programs. I am a knowledgeable as to proper utilization of supplies needed to handle care for such patients.
SEXUAL HARRASSMENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:
I have been informed regarding Sexual Harassment, and I acknowledge to comply with this policy and regulation describe bellow. Sexual harassment will not be tolerated. It is a flagrant violation if CarePro of NY, Inc. policy to sexually harass any employee either verbally or physically. This is an invasion of the employee's individual rights, and it is against the Law. Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has written guidelines defining acts of sexual harassment by that constitutes a violation of the Civil Rights Act when tolerated by the employer.
The following statement expresses the position of the EEOC, and CarePro of NY, Inc. will not tolerate such conduct: unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when:
- Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment.
- Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions affecting such individual.
- Such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment.
Violation of the above rule will be the basis for appropriate corrective action, up to and including discharge for serious violation if this policy.
It is the responsibility of all CarePro of NY, Inc. management personnel to inform all employees within their respective areas of this policy statement. This information must include instructions of action to take if the employee feels subjected to sexual harassment Further, it is the obligation of every employee in all departments to understand this policy and prevent sexual harassment in the work-place. All employees are expected to demonstrate the same commitment to the Sexual Harassment Policy as to all other policies.
Any CarePro of NY, Inc. employee who has, in his/her opinion, been subjected to sexual harassment, or who has witnessed the same, is encouraged to report such action to his/her immediate Supervisor or Department Head. If the employee prefers to report to someone other than his/her supervisor, the Director of Nursing or Agency Administrator has been designated by the Board of Directors to take such reports.
Report documentation
The individual taking the report, referred to above, will interview and obtain written statements from every party involved in the incident, including any witnesses, and have such statements signed by each individual. A copy of the complaint will be given to the Agency Administrator or Director of Nursing. Because of the sensitive nature of such reports and any resulting investigation or action, care should be taken to protect the confidential nature of the proceedings as far as possible.
Reporting to Hoard of Directors
The Agency Administrator or Director of Nursing will notify the Board of Directors when a sexual harassment complaint has been brought to his/her attention. Progress reports of the investigation will also
Resolution: When the investigation is completed, the complete file will be reviewed by the Director of Nursing, Agency Administrator and Legal Counsel and a recommendation of action will be made.
OSHA INFORMATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I have received the OSHA Orientation and information and I acknowledge understanding of the following as they should be practiced, in addition to any further policies and procedures, which are to be followed:
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Infection Control, Exposures & Universal Precautions
- OSHA Blood-home Pathogen Standard
- Tuberculosis & Exposure, Risk Management
- HIV Confidentiality Protection
- Hippa Acknowledgement Information
- Disaster Preparedness: Fire Safety & Emergencies
- COVID-19 Infection Control Procedures
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION CONFIDENTIALITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I understand my information obtained during my backgroung investigation is confidential and will not be shared without written consent from myself, or in accordance with the laws governing the United States of America and/or New York State. Furthermore, I understand that I reserve the right to withdraw my application at any time by submitting a signed letter stating my desire to withdraw from the employee application process. Upon receipt of the aforementioned letter by CarePro of NY, Inc., no further inquiries into my background will continue.