Caregiver
Company: BrightStar Care
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Join the BrightStar Team -as a -Caregiver -and -Shine! - -Do you
enjoy -caring for others? -Our -Caregivers -bring -compassion and
comfort to home care by -giving -personalized One-to-One -care that
makes a noticeable difference in the lives of our -clients. - -Our
-Caregivers -are the heart of our company -- the -BrightSTARS -to
our -clients. -Here are some of the Perks -of being on the
BrightStar Team: -
- Weekly pay - -
- Paid training -
- Growth opportunities -
- Flexibility -As a -Caregiver -you will provide quality care -by
-promoting a safe environment, adhering to the plan of care and
ensuring we -respect and adhere to our client's rights. -Duties may
include the following: - -Hygiene Care: -
- Bathing: -Assist -the client with bathing, ensuring they are
comfortable and safe. -
- Grooming: Help with hair care, nail care, and other grooming
activities. -
- Oral Care: -Assist -with brushing teeth, using mouthwash, and
any other oral hygiene activities. -
- Dressing and Undressing: Support the client in dressing and
undressing as needed. -
- Toileting Activities: Assist with bathroom needs, including
helping the client use the toilet. - -Nutrition: -
- Meal Preparation: Prepare meals based on the client's dietary
requirements. -
- Administer Meals: Ensure the client receives meals according to
their prescribed diet. - -Health Monitoring: -
- Vital Signs: Take and record vital signs such as heart rate,
blood pressure, and temperature. -
- Height and Weight: Measure and record height and -weight -as
necessary. - -Mobility and Exercise: -
- Range of Motion Exercises: Assist the client with both active
and passive range of motion exercises as specified in the care
plan. -
- Walking Assistance: Help the client with walking, especially
during outdoor activities or transportation to appointments. -
-Transportation: -
- Doctor Appointments: Assist with transportation to medical
appointments. -
- Outdoor Activities and Shopping: Accompany the client for
outdoor activities and shopping trips. - -Documentation: -
- Observations: Document any observed changes in the client's
condition. -
- Reporting: Report any significant changes or concerns to the
Director of Nursing or relevant supervisor. - -Caregiver
-Qualifications: -
- High school diploma. -
- Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required. -
- Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, BLS CPR card, and an
up-to-date TB -test. -
- Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist,
push, and pull. -
- Must be able to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds. - -Candidate
must have demonstrated alignment and experience in successfully
living the -BrightStar Care Core Values: -
- Be Open and Honest: -Approachable, Fun, Unflappable, Kind,
Empathetic -
- Serve with Passion: -Help First, Confident Yet Humble, For the
Greater Good, Make a Real Difference -
- Do the Right Thing: -Honest, Ethical, Tell the Truth -
- Do What You Say: -On Time, Finish What You Start, Accountable,
Take Responsibility -
- Make it Great:
Keywords: BrightStar Care, Iowa City , Caregiver, Healthcare , Iowa City, Iowa
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