Caregiver

Company: Texas Nursing Services
Location: Plano
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDallas Texas Caregivers is looking for a Caregiver to join our team. The Caregiver is responsible for the physical care and emotional support of our clients who may no longer be able to take care of themselves due to illness, injury, surgery, or disability.

• Serving as a companion to clients
• Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.
• Managing medication
• Preparing meals
• Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening skills
• The ability to provide care across a variety of settings, including group homes and day service programs
• Performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., keeping room clean, laundry)
• Providing bathing and dressing assistance
• Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team
• Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities
• Following patient care plan
• Communicating with families, co-workers and supervisors regarding care
• Assisting with transfer and mobility
• Shopping and running errands
• Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environmentRequirements:
  • Must be able to complete a Criminal Background report, and drug screening
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
  • Ability to reach, bend, kneel and stand for (sometimes) a long period of time
  • Must have Valid Drivers License
  • Must have completed TB test
  • Must have 1 year caregiving exp
  • Must have a BLS
  • Must have auto insurance
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.Powered by JazzHRVQL5jGk6IT

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