CAREGIVER
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Livingston Manor Inc
Splendora, TX, US
Summary
The Caregiver provides non-medical personal care and support for activities of daily living to patients in home or hospice settings. They are responsible for monitoring patient conditions, maintaining safety standards, and documenting care activities under RN supervision.
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Caregiver Job Description (Home Health & Hospice)
Position Summary
The Caregiver provides essential non-medical and personal care services to patients in their homes or hospice settings under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or clinical care team. The caregiver supports patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), promotes comfort, safety, dignity, and emotional well-being, and ensures quality care in accordance with the patient care plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
- Provide personal care and hygiene support in a safe and respectful manner
- Assist with feeding and meal preparation as needed
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients and families
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks (laundry, cleaning patient area, changing bed linens)
- Support patients with safe transfers and mobility assistance (walker, wheelchair, transfer belt)
- Follow care plan instructions developed by the RN or care team
- Maintain patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance) at all times
- Document care activities as required by agency policy
- Follow infection control and safety procedures (OSHA standards)
- Communicate effectively with RN, case manager, and interdisciplinary team
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Compassionate, patient, and caring attitude toward elderly and disabled patients
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Physical ability to lift, move, or assist patients as required
- Reliable transportation (if required for home visits)
- Ability to work independently in patient homes
- Understanding of basic infection control and safety practices
Education Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
