Caregiver

Amada Senior Care Chesapeake•Chesapeake, VA

12d•$16 - $25

About The Position

A Caregiver is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs personal care services to meet clients’ needs. Assignments are made to promote quality, continuity, and client safety. The Caregiver provides services as directed by the Director of Nursing or Registered Nurse Supervisor and does not perform duties that constitute the practice of nursing under the State’s Nurse Practice Act. The Caregiver will not administer medications, take physician’s orders, or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge, and skill of a licensed nurse. The role involves providing personal care and assistance with daily living, supporting client safety and rights, and documenting observations and measurements as required. Travel to client homes or other care sites may be required within a local or regional territory, as well as for staff and client care services or required training and conferences. Travel may be up to 10%, or as directed by business needs. Care is provided in clients’ living environments, which may vary, or in institutions such as hospitals. The role may involve emergency response and potential exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials. The position’s physical demands may include standing, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Visual and hearing acuity are required. Personal protective equipment may include gloves, masks, eye or face protection, and disposable outer coverings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR certification.
Current physical examination or tuberculosis test (TB/TST/PPD tests, if applicable).
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Valid state-required proof of auto insurance.
At least one year of documented experience.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
Empathy for clients’ needs.
Treat clients, families, staff, and the public courteously and respectfully, and present a positive public image.
Work as a team member.
Maintain confidentiality and security of clients’ medical information.
Must not perform duties that constitute the practice of nursing, including administering medications, taking physician’s orders, or performing procedures requiring a licensed nurse’s training, knowledge, and skill.
Able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull; lift up to 50 pounds; and meet visual and hearing acuity requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide client services as directed by the Director of Nursing or Registered Nurse Supervisor.
Provide personal care, including bathing, hygiene, grooming, oral care, dressing and undressing, and toileting assistance.
Perform light housekeeping, change bed linens, make the client’s bed, and maintain an orderly client environment.
Prepare meals and clean up; assist with feeding or feed clients who are unable to feed themselves.
Assist clients with medication self-administration through medication reminders.
Support skin care and help prevent skin breakdown, including turning and repositioning clients and encouraging movement.
Assist clients with active and passive range-of-motion activities as defined by the plan of care.
Help clients walk and transfer, and assist with walking and transportation to appointments, outdoor activities, and shopping.
Take and record vital signs; measure and record height and weight; and measure and document intake and output as required.
Help provide a safe environment and promote quality care by following established policies, procedures, and standards.
Follow infection-control principles and Universal Precautions.
Respond rapidly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Use equipment properly and safely.
Respect client rights, including privacy and dignity, the right to accept or refuse care, and confidentiality of client information.
Travel to client homes or sites within the local or regional territory, as needed for care services, training, or conferences.