Looking for an individual who would be willing to relocate to live with an 89 year old elderly man in a small town in upstate NY. Healthcare experience a plus but not required, willing to train the right person.
Must be kind and compassionate, able to follow a daily schedule of tasks that need to be done in the home and with the patient. Cleaning, laundry, watering plants, winding clock, cleaning up dishes after meals.
Elderly man is on oxygen 24 hours a day. This requires supervision. Still able to walk and dress himself, but all happens very slowly and needs someone there in case he needs a hand.
Care includes, making sure he takes his medications, supervise him during the day as he moves around his home. Prepare meals, help with undressing at night. Take out of the house to the occasional Dr’s appointment. Paying attention to his condition and communication with family when things change. You will be required to do the grocery shopping as well.
Patient is visited weekly by a nurse and has someone who comes in to shower him.
Considered candidates must speak English, have a valid drives license, be able to pass a background check, must be a clean and tidy person as you are running a household and keeping the house in order. Must have good health and be able to go up and down stairs through the day, we live in a two story home. Best candidate is a problem solver and someone who is able to anticipate the needs of the patient once you get to know him.
What we offer in exchange for your services. A home to live in with your own private bedroom. A large roomy house to be in all day. We pay for all the food and offer a monthly stipend between $2500-$3000. This is a long term position. Looking for an individual who can join us and stay here with us full time indefinitely.
