CNA or HCA In Home Caregiver

Visiting Angels Puyallup -

PAY : $21.50 - $23.50 per hour

JOB SUMMARY : The Caregiver performs services for the Client as necessary to maintain the personal care and comfort of the Client, mostly in the Client's home. The Caregiver officially reports to the Director of Client Care, although most day-to-day communication will be with Office staff.

CLASSIFICATION : Nonexempt, Hourly

HOURS OF WORK : This position offers part-time, temporary employment dependent on Client’s needs. Shifts are generally 1-12 hours long and can result in overtime.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS :

• Understand, perform, and adhere to the information and precautions contained in the Client’s Care Plan. Depending on the Client’s needs, the assigned tasks may include but are not limited to :

o Companionship.

o Meal planning, meal preparation, and cooking.

o Bathing, oral care, perineal care, and other non-medical personal hygiene.

o Feeding the Client.

o Toileting.

o Dressing and grooming.

o Ambulation, transfers, and exercise.

o Light housekeeping such as cleaning, laundry, and making the bed.

o Monitoring and guidance.

o Medication reminders and assistance with self-administration of medications.

o Skin, foot, and oral care.

o Assistance with taking and recording vitals.

o Light pet support.

o Outside transportation and errands.

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