Weekend Caregivers - In Home Aide, Henderson, Buncombe areas

Four Seasons, The Care You Trust•Hendersonville, NC

16h•$16

About The Position

This position provides personal care and/or home management tasks to clients requesting and eligible for Caregiver services, under the direction of the RN.

Requirements

Knowledge and application of proper body mechanics
Knowledge and application of Infection Control Principles & environmental safety
Excellent organization skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to participate as a team player to coordinate projects
Ability to read, interpret and apply policies, best practices, laws, rules and regulations
Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

Caregiving experience preferred

Responsibilities

Practice within the scope of training. license, certification, or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation.
Performs tasks as delegated and directed by the registered nurse.
Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living and/or Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, including but not limited to: Assisting with ambulation, transfers, or exercises Assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming Assisting with feeding, Assisting with toileting, and incontinence care, Housekeeping, Meal preparation, Safe transportation, Medication reminders, Pet care,
Maintain general order, safety, and cleanliness of Client area.
Communicate any changes in Client condition or occurrences to registered nurse.
Maintain chart documentation of care provided in accordance with the written plan of care.
Practice safety and infection control methods.
Demonstrate proper transfer and lift techniques using good body mechanic techniques.
Maintain confidentiality & privacy of any PHI per HIPAA requirements.
Exhibit competency in the observance of Universal Precautions by: Knowing standard precautions Washing hands before and after patient care, Wearing gloves and other PPE as required.
Report to work on time, ready for shift, and appropriately dressed for role.
Consistently demonstrate Four Seasons values and competencies
Complete required orientation and on-going training
Participate in ongoing education and training offered by the agency and/or outside resources as required for role.
Practice professional boundaries and behaviors and communication.
Practice personal and environmental safety.
Perform other duties as assigned by register nurse, Office Manager, or Director.