I.Organization Overview A. Overview to Care and Services B. Patient Population and Geographic Area Served C. Regulations Governing the Delivery of Home Care Services D. Agency Philosophy of Patient Care E. Organizational Structure/Role of Team Members: a. Managing Member b. Administrator C. Personal Care Aide d. Homemaker e. Companion F. Quality Management G. Distribution of Employee Handbook and Job Description H. Storage, Handling and Access to Supplies I. Orientation Checklist
II. Communication Skills A. Overview to the Communication Process B. Effective Communication Techniques C. The Skill of Listening D. The Aide/Personal Care Assistant's Role in Communication E. Factors that May Affect the Client's Ability to Communicate F. Dealing with Difficult Behaviors G. Cultural Diversity and Sensitivity H. HIPAA and Confidentiality Guidelines I. Communication Exercise
III.Overview to Home Care Patient and Rights & Responsibilities A. Physical, Emotional and Developmental Needs of Clients B. Changes Occurring as a Result of the Aging Process C. What Can You Do To Promote the Client's Comfort? D. The Concept of Respect and Dignity E. Patient Rights and Responsibilities F. Client Control and the Independent Living Philosophy IV. Infection Control and Safety A. Basic Infection Control B. Standard Precautions C. Personal Protective Equipment D. Guidelines for Handwashing E. Disposing of Contaminated Supplies F. Cleaning a Spill of Potentially Infectious Waste G. Overview to Safety in the Home Environment H. Body Mechanics I.Falls Prevention and Falls Assessment J. Safety Tips and Checklist, Accident Prevention K. Fire Safety
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