Caregiver

Company: BrightStar Care
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 17, 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 -

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