Night Shift Caregiver (Iowa City, IA)

Visiting Angels•Iowa City, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Cedar Rapids is urgently hiring a Night Shift Caregiver to assist senior adults in the Iowa City, IA area. This role offers flexibility, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of clients. Caregivers help clients maintain their independence and dignity while recovering or living at home. The position involves a variety of tasks tailored to each client's needs, and requires a compassionate individual ready to respond to emergencies and report health changes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Excellent time-management skills
Reliable transportation to client visits
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Responsibilities

Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
Managing light housekeeping
Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation
Acting quickly in the case of medical emergencies
Adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances