Caregiver

PNP is a professional nurse owned care management organization serving Orange County and surrounding areas. We specialize in assisting older adults and their families by providing unique care management and in home care services that enable our clients to live a life of quality in their own homes, an assisted living facility, or wherever they call home. Professional Nurse Partners "Home Care Partners" program provides in home care that assists individuals with their daily living activities. Our "Partners" are dedicated to helping our clients lead dignified, independent lifestyles in the comfort and safety of their own homes by carefully assessing and fully understanding the individual and the family needs. We selectively place caring and trained personnel in the home to meet our clients' unique needs. Responsibilities/Activities: Assist with the activities of daily living and personal care including: - bathing - shaving - ambulation - mouth care - dressing - exercise - hair care - feeding - toileting - nail care - positioning - medication reminding - skin care - transferring - vital signs and Blood Pressure Ensure client's safety and security by supervising the home environment. Provide companionship including social interactions, conversations, emotional reassurance, and encouragement of activities that stimulate the mind. Talk, listen, share experiences, play games/cards, read to client etc. Provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery store and errands. Assist with plans for visits and outings. Teach/perform meal planning and preparation. Perform light housekeeping. Ensure service is delivered in accordance with Agency policies, procedures and industry standards. Assist clients with following a written, special diet plan and reinforcement of diet maintenance, which is provided under the direction of a Physician and as identified on the care plan. Participate on the Care Team by providing input and making suggestions that support client quality of life and overall wellness. Evaluate the program and make recommendations to it, as indicated. Follow the written care plan. Observe clients and their environments and reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor. Observe clients and their environments and reports behavior, physical and/or cognitive changes and/or changes in living arrangements to Supervisor. Complete and maintain records of daily activities, observations, and direct hours of service. Required Knowledge Knowledge of personal care and home management skills. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal care services, including needs determinants, meeting quality standards and evaluation of client satisfaction. Knowledge of the English language. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries including emergency first aid and CPR. Physical and Mental Demands: Good physical and mental health. Physical ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and see. Mental fortitude and stability to handle stress. Physical and mental ability to drive a vehicle. Qualifications/Education HCA Registration (PNP can assist with process) Current driver's license. Proper Vehicle Insurance Coverage. Training/Experience: May require related experience. May require similar social and cultural backgrounds for some clients. On the job training for new activities.