QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and elderly.
2. Ability to carry out written and verbal directions read and write.
3. Maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
4. 18 years of age.
5. High School diploma or GED
6. Must be able to pass Background Check, Child & Adult Protective Services Check, and Employer Reference Check.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs patient services in accordance with the plan of care and Agency policy.
2. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
3. Completes appropriate service notes completely, accurately and in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
4. Reports changes in the patient's condition and needs to the supervisor.
5. Performs household services essential to care in the home assigned.
6. Ambulates and exercises the patient as assigned.
7. Provides medication reminders as assigned
8. Understands and promotes patients’ rights.
9. Participates in all required orientation, training, competency and in-service programs as scheduled and necessary per Agency policy.
10. Is available for, and participates in, on-site supervisory visits per Agency direction, at a minimum of every 3 months.
11. Participates in coordination of patient care, as required.
12. Attends patient care conferences as scheduled.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors in patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. The position may require the ability to travel in inclement weather in some cases. The position may require walking outdoors.
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:
Ability to participate in physical activity.
Ability to work for extended period while standing and being involved in physical activity.
Heavy lifting.
Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.
This Home Care Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of color, age, creed, disability, religion, race, sex, gender orientation, or national origin.
To be considered for this position, email resume with "Pueblo Caregiver (your initials)" in the subject line. In the email, include your previous supervisors' names and contacts from the last 5 years.