Latasha senior resarch: May 2013

Tutition list college/University/Technical School__Horry George Town Technical College
$136.00 part time
Room and Board____$0
Books,Supplies___-$50.00-$100.00
Utilities__$300.00
Phone___$50.00
Car____$20.00
Car Insurance__$200.00
Transportation Expenses___$10.00 per day
Clothing and Accessories__$400.00
Spending Money__$300.00
Healthcare__$50.00 a month
Miscellaneous__$300.00

Total Expenses$1,680.00

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Question#8

What can I do to become a succeddful home health aide nurse

No matter how old you are, where you’re from or what you do for a living, we all share something in common, a desire to become successful. We all want to achieve success so we could live a better life. Never be scared to fail, it’s just another chance for you to star over and do it better. “Attitudes are infectious so, the attitude, outlook and actions of the people that you associate or interact with on a regular basis have a very significant influence on your attitude and actions” (http://www.contentedlife.org). As a nurse it’s good to show a positive attitude around the patients. Success is about getting all that you wanted to have. It's finding that you have achieved your goals or fulfilled your plans.

http://www.contentedlife.org

Question#7

What are some Benefits of Home Health Care?

There are many benefits to home health care as an option to help seniors. The number one benefit of home health care is that it allows patients to receive personal care and privacy of their own home.

The primary benefits of home health care include:

• Delivered in the comfort of the patient's home
• Easier for family and friends to visit
• Promotes healing and provides more safety from infections
• Allows more freedom and independence
• More affordable than inpatient care • Tailored to the needs of each individual patient
• Reduces re-hospitalizations (http://www.havenhomehealth.com)

This allows you to be at home, with your own family, and to learn how to manage your physical restraints in your own home. “One of the best benefits of home health care is the services offered by the social work team. Social workers are available to help patients take care of any needs that might be affecting their health improvement” (http://www.livestrong.com). Using home health care is a good way to get the respite you need. Sometimes it's a real struggle to find time between caring for parents or other relatives and taking care of your own needs.

http://www.havenhomehealth.com
http://www.livestrong.com

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Question#6

What are some things you can do to help a love one/patient

One thing you can do to help your loved one is write down the things you think a patient might need to know about their needs, likes/dislikes, habits, and personality issues. This can be brief, but will go a long way toward helping both your loved one and the patient to adjust. Imagine yourself just walking into a house to take care of a stranger and the things you would want to know about them. As a nurse it’s important to know what kind of habits the patient has, and how good they are with controlling them. ‘While home care typically includes chore and housecleaning services, home health care usually involves helping seniors recover from an illness or injury. That is why the people who provide home health care are often licensed practical nurses, therapists, or home health aides”( http://www.eldercare.gov). Home health care helps seniors live independently for as long as possible.

http://www.eldercare.gov

Monday, May 20, 2013

Question#5

What are some disadvantages and Advantages of becoming a home health care nurse

Becoming a home health care nurse comes with several disadvantages. Watching a close family member’s health can be very hurtful depending on how well you can handle things like that. When taking care of a senior patient you are held responsible for whatever happens to them. Such as falling, and not taking medication. Some advantages for becoming a home health care nurse are that you get to make really good bonds with the patients.” We provide care overseen by a licensed nurse care manager, who draws up a plan of recommended care and matches the individual with a skilled, companionable”( http://www.advantage-homecare.com). Which means and agency is going to make sure that the nurse has all the requirements its takes to take care of an elderly person. Home care nurses are much reliable than getting the services from those who do not know how to handle critical situations. “We are always worried if our loved ones does not eat on time or eat nutritiously especially if we cannot be there to give them a meal. On the other hand, not being able to provide timely medications may jeopardize your love ones’ health. Having home care nurses will make sure that your loved ones can eat a balance diet, take their medications on time and receive immediate medical care” (http://eldercareabcblog.com). No one wants a nurse who isn’t going to watch and take care of their health, so it’s important that you watch everything you feed them.

http://www.advantage-homecare.com

http://eldercareabcblog.com

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Question#4

In the home health field what is the hiring process like

In the home health field the hiring process can be very difficult. The bold print shows some of the things that most agencies go through during the process of hiring.

· "Personal Care: bathing, eating, dressing, toileting

· Household Care: cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping

· Health Care: medication management, physician's appointments, physical therap

· Emotional Care: companionship, meaningful activities, conversation"(http://www.caregiver.org).

. DurinThe following are to test the weakness and strength that you haveg the hiring process agencies are checking to see are you allegeable for becoming a home health care nurse. It’s important to be prepared for the questions you may get asked. No one wants to walk into an interview unprepared for what’s in store. So study for the following questions.

Ø How do you feel about caring for a disabled person?

Ø How would you handle people who are angry, stubborn, and fearful

Ø Are you willing to change urine, bathe them, and cook for them

“Through this process, we can distinguish between candidates who are simply looking for work and those who have a passion for elder care and understand how to deal with clients’ frailties with compassion” (http://www.healthpeople.com ).

http://www.caregiver.org

http://www.healthpeople.com

Question#3

What are some kills needed to become a home health aide

Nurses working in people's homes must be trust worthy. They may work with depressed patients at times, so having calm attitude will be the best way to get through a daily work day. “They should also have good communication skills to report to supervisors, family members and to patients to ensure proper care of them" (http://www.mymajors.com). Giving full attention to what the patient is saying, and taking time to understand them makes them trust you more. Home health aide should also be able to move patients properly to avoid them from getting hurt. During a daily work day some nurse may have to step out of their comfort zone and attempt to clean bed pans and changing soiled clothing. "Some patients may be disoriented and unpleasant where as others will be cooperative and friendly"(http://www.mymajors.com). As a home health nurse you are trained to deal with the patients in any shape or form.

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http://www.mymajors.com
http://www.mymajors.com

Question#2

What type of education is required for home health aide?

Home health care aides are not required to have a college degree or high school diploma. “To become a certified home health care nurse, it is required to study an academic program in home care" (http://www.learn4good.com).Although if a nurse wants extra experience such as a registered nurse they must attend a two year college. MMTC would be a great choice for that career. Students may also receive training on working with people who need more help. Most people decide to work at home before their coursework start. "This means that a career as a home health aide is a good option for those looking to gain employment in the healthcare industry in a very short timeframe"
(http://myfootpath.com). Personally, when dealing with sick and ill people its best that you train for it and not rush into it.

http://www.learn4good.com

http://myfootpath.com

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Question#1

What does a Home Health Aide Nurse do

A Home Health Aide Nurse is responsible for many things. Nurse aides and home health aides help nurses and other members of the health care team provide patient care.There daily duites include giving medicine, changing and bathing, running arrands, and checking temperature. Most Home Care Nurses take care of older people who aren't able to move around on their own, sick from some kind of illiness, and that has a certain type of disabilitie. It is very importanat that a home nurse not only take care of their patient's but they should build some kind of trust realationship with them. Don't just show them that they have a nurse around, guide them, pull them in, make them believe that their health will be in good conditions. "Some Home Health Aides who have advanced training may be able to assist patients with ventilators and other medical devices" (http://education- portal.com). Some home nurses have to keep up with blood presure, and shots if taking any, but only if they are trained to do it."Personal and home care aides and home health aides provide care that allows patients to remain at home instead of staying at hospitals, clinics, or retirement homes"( http://myfootpath.com). Most patients feel more safe at home so they look into having a home health care nurse.

Career Discovery Encyclopedia
http://education -portal.com
http://www.minneapolis.edu
http://wisegeek.com

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

What I want to no about my topic

1: What does a Home Health Aide Nurse do

2: What type of education is required for Home Health Aide

3: What are some skills needed t become a Home a health Aide Nurse

4: In the Home Health field what is the hiring process like

5: Where are most jobs available for Home Health Aides

6: What are some methods of Home Health Aide

7: What are some goo ways to start home Health Aide

8: What can I do to become a successful Home Health Aide Nures

The story behind my topic choice

I plan on doing 10 hours of community service by volunteering at the nursing home in Loris. There are several places to do community service, but Loris would be the best place to start. To help senior citizens in another way, we show our senior friends that they are apart of the community as everyone else. My community service will begin by picking up medication, racking leaves for the elderly, helping with the cleaning, and delivering meals.

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Friday, May 24, 2013

Home Health Aide Nurse

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Thursday, May 23, 2013

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