Day Shift Caregiver (Nashville, TN)

Avenues Home Care of Tennessee•Nashville, TN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Day Shift Caregiver at Avenues Home Care, you will be responsible for caring for the elderly, vulnerable, and disabled individuals who may require assistance with daily living. Our CareMatch program ensures clients are matched with suitable caregivers through behavioral assessment tools. Caregivers are trained in the 'Avenues Home Care Way' to meet high service standards.

Requirements

Current Driver's License
Car with active Insurance
Ability to transport clients
Good communication skills
Ability to follow verbal and written assignments
Proficiency with Homecare Company Management System--ClearCare
Maintain an established work schedule.
Effective interpersonal and communications skills including tact and diplomacy.
Effective organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow through.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Maintain “Fit for Duty” physical condition.
18 Years of Age or Older
Work safely and follow safety rules
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior

Nice To Haves

CNA License or alternate experience as a caregiver
CPR & First Aid Certifications
Reliable Transportation

Responsibilities

Assist the client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as specified in the client’s plan of care, which may include bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, transferring, eating, and continence care.
Assist with medication assistance, housekeeping services, laundry, meal preparation, feeding, shopping, transportation to and from appointments, and companionship.
Perform other household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care.
Report daily activity to your supervisor through the agency management system and daily activity logs.
Utilize other communication avenues as needed, including phone calls, emails, agency app, and face-to-face interactions.
Practice safety in all activities concerning Avenues Home Care clients.
Lift or push up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate honesty, accountability, and integrity.
Provide superior care to Avenues Home Care clients.
Remain vigilant of any potential care concerns or change in condition.
Keep personal appearance in compliance with Avenues Home Care Policies, including abiding by company dress code.
Be timely in reporting for shifts or making scheduling changes.
Report any suspected abuse or neglect immediately up the proper chain of command, as required by law.
Document any behavior, events, conditions, or people that are out of the ordinary.
Maintain confidentiality of records, correspondence, etc.
Attend meetings and in-services as requested.
Abide by all policies and procedures set forth by the Company.
Ensure protection of confidential information that is stored, handled, or maintained by following Company policies and procedures related to confidentiality and/or HIPAA regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.