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Avid Health at Home•Springfield, IL

20d

About The Position

The Caregiver is a paraprofessional member of the client care team who provides selected personal care services and limited related household tasks in clients’ homes. Work is performed according to the physician’s orders and the client’s plan of care, under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and clinical supervision of a registered nurse/Clinical Manager. The role is classified as non-exempt, and hours vary by case.

Requirements

Current certification or registration with the Licensing Board or Department in the state of practice.
Compliance with all existing regulations and company policies.
A sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick.
Ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
Maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Must meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification is preferred and may be required for some clients.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) support as directed by the physician’s plan of treatment and the client’s plan of care.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, mouth and denture care, skin and foot care (without toenail cutting), grooming, and dressing and undressing.
Assist with toileting and use of commodes, urinals, and bedpans; transfers; and ambulation with or without mechanical aids.
Assist clients with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
Perform household tasks related to the client’s health and care plan, including maintaining a clean, safe, healthy environment; planning and preparing meals according to dietary requirements; feeding when necessary; light housekeeping; and laundry of the client’s bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, groceries, errands, and appointments outside the home.
Provide companionship and stimulation, including reading and walks, and accompany clients to doctors or other appointments.
Use equipment appropriately and safely.
Remind clients about self-administration of medication; do not administer medications.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Ensure client and personal safety, follow Universal Precautions, and demonstrate safe hand-washing techniques.
Observe clients’ general physical, emotional, and mental status and immediately report changes in condition, family situation, or incidents to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and the client’s designated representative as instructed.
Maintain and improve skills by attending staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality, comply with HIPAA regulations, and interact with clients, families, employees, physicians, visitors, and community members in an informative, courteous, and compassionate manner.
Follow agency policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.