Nightingale Senior Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide essential support and assistance to individuals in need of personal care. Our clients are located in the city of Brea, Fullerton, Anaheim and Placentia. We offer flexibility in schedules and a competitive pay rate, $17-20 an hour depending on level of care for our clients. (Previous experience in senior care or a related field preferred)
Requirements:
- HCA registration (Home Care Aid)
- Live Scan (Criminal Background Check)
- TB Test (Tuberculosis Test) or Chest X-RAY
- Minimum 2 years of experience (Caring for Family Members Counts!)
- Legally permitted to work in the US
- Licensed driver with reliable transportation
- Reliable, dependable, compassionate and friendly
Responsibilities:
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Patience and empathy
-Monitor and document clients' health status and report any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Assist with activities of daily living including; help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication management, personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Mobility assistance and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with clients
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, adhering to all safety protocols
- Knowledge of resident rights and commitment to upholding them is essential and ensuring dignity and respect at all times
- Assist with medication reminders
- Engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being and social interaction
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in caregiving, home care, or related fields is preferred
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals in need
- Strong communication skills and the ability to listen actively
- Capability to handle responsibilities efficiently and effectively
- Knowledge of memory impairment
- A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life
Skills: Caring personality, Time management, Attentive personality, Personal hygiene assistance, Care planning, Decision making, Relationship building and Clear communication.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Caregiver.
