Elderly male stroke victim located in Wayne, NJ who suffers from partial paralysis and aphasia, needs English-speaking part-time aide for approximately ONE HOUR every SATURDAY AND SUNDAY year-round to assist with ADL routine. Arrival prior to 11:30 am each morning (flexible arrival time). Physical ability to assist in the transport of the adult male is required.
Perfect for nursing student, retired home healthcare aide, or healthcare worker who is looking to add additional hours to their current employment. Wife on site at all times, but with limited lifting ability.
Generally, the morning routine takes approximately 1-hour to complete each Saturday and Sunday. You will be paid $35-45 per diem, depending upon your experience.
Expectations: The aide will arrive at the residence located in Wayne, NJ before 11:30 am (time flexible), and transport the adult male from his bed or recliner to a wheelchair, and then into handicapped equipped shower. The aide will then shower him, assist in brushing his teeth and insert his dentures; will then move him on his wheelchair to his bedroom and assist in dressing him; and then transfer him to his recliner. The aide will also provide him with previously sorted medication and set up a light breakfast.
Prior to departing the residence, the aide will tidy up both the bedroom and bathroom, and transport dirty laundry to the basement area.
Requirements Include:
Fluency in English (both speaking and written comprehension);
Physical ability to transport the adult male from the bed to the wheelchair, from the wheelchair to the shower, and on to a recliner;
Dependability (must be available both days on Sat and Sun prior to 11:30);
Must have access to reliable transportation and live within CLOSE PROXIMITY to our home in Wayne, NJ; and
Must be able to provide references and pass a background check