AmeriBest skills lab kicks off Monday February 17, 2020

AmeriBest skills lab kicks off Monday February 17, 2020 - AmeriBest Home Care

Please note that the Skills Lab is going to be temporarily canceled due to Coronavirus! Stay tuned.

Have you heard what’s new at AmeriBest Home Care? “Skills Lab”!

AmeriBest is offering the opportunity for current Personal Care Assistants to receive hands-on skilled training in a safe environment in our fully equipped new skills lab. Our skills lab training opportunities follow a structured teaching concept and takes place under the supervision of the clinical department.

Call AmeriBest’s main number at 215-925-3313 and choose option #5 (Nursing Department) to register for any particular class.

 

FAQ

Q: Is skills lab paid training?
A: Skill lab is paid training at the state minimum wage rate; outside of the PCA schedule

 

Q: Is lunch provided?
A: Lunch is provided for some training classes; not all.

 

Q:  Will I become certified?
 A: The ONLY class that offers certification is the CPR training class.

 

Q:  Does the skills lab fulfill the annual in-service requirement?
A: No, PCAs will still be required to complete 12hrs of in-services each year in order to remain compliant with HR.

AmeriBest Home Care is dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive home health and personal care services to valued members of our community.

Our First Corporate-Wide Surveys!

Our First Corporate-Wide Surveys! - AmeriBest Home Care

Good morning!

We are launching our first corporate wide surveys.  These are all anonymous surveys that will be conducted via Survey Monkey and will be sent to the following groups:  caregivers, patients and the corporate group.  We are conducting this survey in order to get a better understanding of employee morale, satisfaction (customer and associate), engagement/communication at AmeriBest and service.  Your opinions are important to us, and this survey is your chance to express those opinions. We will be collecting the data through the month of March, conducting analysis and will formulate a resulting communication and actions items as deemed necessary.  We ask that you be honest as these are anonymous.  All information is helpful in building a stronger company going forward.  Below is the link to click on that will take you directly to the survey questions.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3V95MG5

We would like to get 100% participation in order to ensure that each and every associate’s voice is heard.

Thank you for devoting your time and providing candid input.

Stay Up-To-Date on The Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Philadelphia, PA

Stay Up-To-Date on The Coronavirus - AmeriBest Home Care

Dear AmeriBest clients, caregivers and staff, here are the resources for you to stay updated on coronavirus (COVID-19).

What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – CDC Brochure.

COVID-19 in Pennsylvania updates – Pennsylvania DOH Brochure.

For more updates by the CDC, please visit their website:
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WHAT IS Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)?

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

Coronavirus, a group of viruses that cause diseases in mammals and birds. In humans, the virus causes respiratory infections. 3D illustration.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS of Coronavirus COVID-19?

Symptoms of the COVID-19 can include:
• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath

The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Reported illnesses have ranged from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill and dying.

WHAT CAN YOU DO To Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones Against Coronavirus?

  • Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, do not use your hands!
  • Clean surfaces frequently, such as countertops, light switches, cell phones and other frequently touched areas.
    Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
  • Contain – if you are sick, stay home until you are feeling better.
Healthy lifestyle, hygiene, and prevention of viral and bacterial diseases.