Live In Caregiver (24/7)

Hartford Healthcare•Wethersfield, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role provides 24/7 live-in care for clients, requiring the caregiver to be present and provide support over extended periods. The position involves a range of client care duties, household management, and communication with supervisors and family members. The caregiver will also be responsible for documentation and adhering to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Two years of continuous work experience
One year of previous patient care experience; specific experience as designated by work area may be required

Nice To Haves

New Grad CNA's are welcome

Responsibilities

Provides personal hygiene and grooming care to clients
Performs routine housekeeping and home management duties
Plans and prepares meals for clients’ nutritional needs
Performs laundry, shopping, and errands for client
Assists with routine therapy exercises
Transports and accompanies clients to scheduled appointments
Provides client socialization and companionship
Observation and maintenance of a safe home environment
Follows universal precautions
Provides round the clock care over an extended period of time to develop report and support the client’s needs
Reports changes in clients’ condition to the supervisor
Exhibits effective interpersonal skills interacting with clients, family members and other staff
Completes and documents tasks in journal as assigned in the care plan
Consistently utilizes the scheduling software application for timekeeping, documenting and communication with office
Periodically reviews company email for policy updates and communication from supervisors
Follows all policies and procedures including minimum work requirement of 8 hours per month
Attends all mandatory in-services and scheduled office appointments
Acts as preceptor for newly hired employees
Participates in family meetings as requested
Performs other duties as assigned