Aging Well Health Care, LLC

Priority will be given to providing for the clients physical care such as personal cleanliness and/or wound care and to the immediate environment which directly affects the patients health and safety needs.. Assist the patient with personal hygiene such is bathing, care of skin, mouth and hair.. Clear patient path of clutter or patients room to provide for maximum patient safety.. Must have at least six months paid work experience as an agency homemaker, nurse aide, maid or household worker, OR at least one year of experience in caring for children or for sick or aged individuals.. Certified Nurse Assistant, Preferred

caregiver

﻿** Caregiver, Home Care-Lake St Louis/Wentzville/New Melle**Job Category: CNAs & Caregivers Requisition Number: CAREG001688 Showing 1 location Job DetailsDescriptionJob Summary:The position of Caregiver is to provide personal hygiene and a safe environment to clients. Priority will be given to providing for the clients physical care such as personal cleanliness and/or wound care and to the immediate environment which directly affects the patients health and safety needs. Caregiver services are scheduled intermittent visits provided to the patient according to the patients care plan. Primary Job Duties:Assist the patient with personal hygiene such is bathing, care of skin, mouth and hair. Instruct patient and family in meeting patients personal hygiene needs Provide physical assistance in patient transfer, positioning and ambulation as outlined in the patient care plan. Assist patient with prescribed non-skilled exercises which the patient, family, and caregiver have been taught by appropriate professional personnel. Change patient bed linen as needed. Clear patient path of clutter or patients room to provide for maximum patient safety. Prepare a light meal if visit during mealtime and time permits. Assist in cleaning and maintaining supplies and equipment in proper condition. Assist the recipient with ordinarily self-administered medications (open bottles, get water). Shopping for groceries or household items specifically required for the health and maintenance of the recipient. Apply non-prescription topical ointments/lotions to unbroken skin at the recipients direction. Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to read, write and follow directions. Must have at least six months paid work experience as an agency homemaker, nurse aide, maid or household worker, OR at least one year of experience in caring for children or for sick or aged individuals. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and the skills necessary to provide the care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status in addition to being able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to age specific needs and to be able to provide the care needed as described in the agencys policies and procedures. Must be able to drive a car with proof of auto insurance and access patients residence. Certified Nurse Assistant, Preferred High School Diploma/GED, Preferred Risk Exposure:High risk Lifting Requirements:Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: Ability to participate in physical activity. Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. Moderate lifting. Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.Yes . Position will travel to client homes daily as part of routine job duties. Travel RequiredQualificationsSkillsBehaviorsMotivationsEducationRequired High School or better.ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsPreferredNursing Assistant MO

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