What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live-in Caregiver (Weekends) position at Medical Temp to Hire?
In-home care needed for a sweet senior man recovering from surgery. Private duty position in Prospect, OR. If you are a Nursing Student or experienced Caregiver this is a perfect in-home care position. The pay is $230 per 24hour shift. Two weekend shifts back to back starting on Fridays. Long term care, every weekend. Shifts start Friday afternoon/evening and end Sunday afternoon/evening. Six to eight hours of active work, the rest is companionship, downtime/sleep and on call assistance.
The private residence is located in an idyllic setting. Spacious home located in Prospect,OR one hour from Medford. The patient is a kind gentleman, living with his wife and a property caretaker, who sometimes helps with the care . His recovery may take 6-12 months. The following are some of the job duties:
- Assist with activities of daily living. Transfers. Personal care assistance. Meal planning and preparation. Companionship.
- Medication Reminders as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Assist with mobility, PT/OT prescribed exercise program and transfers, including belt transfers and heavy lifting if necessary.
- On-call at night, if needed, for commode transfer.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks; laundry, tidying up, dusting/disinfecting and vacuuming common areas.
Requirements:
- Experienced Caregiver (Home Health Aid, Registered Nursing Assistant (RNA) or CNA preferred)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is preferred.
Other duties may be assigned as needed. This is a perfect job position for a nursing student or experienced Caregiver.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $230.00 per day
Expected hours: 48 per week
Schedule:
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person