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The Professional Caregiver is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Caregiver Supervisor/ Trainer and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the clients needs. The Professional Caregiver is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.
The Professional Caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a clients care.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the Professional Caregiver include, but are not limited to, the following:
Baths
Oral hygiene
Shampoos
Changing bed linen
Assisting clients with dressing and undressing
Skin care to prevent breakdown
Assisting the client with toileting activities
Keeping clients living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
Assisting in feeding the client, if necessary.
Taking and recording Blood Pressure (If applicable)
Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).(If applicable)
Assisting client in the self-administration of medication. (If applicable)
Doing clients laundry, as appropriate.
Meeting safety needs of clients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.).
Reporting on clients condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
Adhering to the Organizations documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
Errands and Transportation as needed
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Position Qualifications
Meets the training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.
Note: Effective August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a state established or other training program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b).
Job Limitations
The Professional Caregiver will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the state's Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the Professional Caregiver will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a nurse, such as sterile techniques.
