Part-Time DaysThe Caregiver performs various personal care services as outlined on the care plan/service plan as necessary to meet the patient's needs. The Caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care.Caregiver Supportive Services Part-Time 3:45pm to 9:30pmKEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Follows the Patient's Care Plan/Service Plan.
- Provides personal care, including:
- Bathing
- Oral hygiene
- Shampoos
- Bed linen changes
- Assisting the patient with dressing, undressing and personal hygiene
- Assisting the patient with toileting activities
- Keeping the patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
- May prepare a light meal during the visit.
- Assists in feeding the patient, if necessary.
- Provides medication reminders.
- May provide laundry services during the visit.
- May provide homemaking services, companion/sitter services, transportation and escort services and related medical activities as Meets safety needs of patients and uses equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.)
- Follows all privacy policies of the Organization, Infection Control protocols and maintains the confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
- Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
- Caregiver Supportive Services Part-Time 3:45pm to 9:30pm
Requirements
- Must meet the training requirements in accordance with State and Federal laws. A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or Certified Home Health Aide may be hired as a Caregiver, but will be governed by the same essential job functions as the Caregiver.
- Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on work experience is preferred. Can include experience in a home care, hospital or assisted living setting.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be self-directed and have the ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Must have an understanding of the needs of the populations served.
- Must demonstrate tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
- Caregiver Supportive Services Part-Time 3:45pm to 9:30pm