Job Description
Description: Job description Are you passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors? Do you want to feel truly valued and appreciated for the incredible work you do? At Senior Home Companions, we’re on a mission to provide compassionate, one-on-one care that transforms lives in Florida through various healthcare settings; including the clients' homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and teaching hospitals. This role is critical in delivering high-quality patient care, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring the comfort and safety of patients.
Responsibilities Will Include: - Providing non-medical personal care, including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Assisting with daily living activities like light housekeeping and meal prep.
- Offering companionship and engaging our clients in activities they love
- Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
- Provide support in critical care environments, including PICU and medical-surgical units
- Must be able to assist clients with transfers
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control protocols
- Assist nursing staff with medical procedures and treatments as directed
- Document patient information accurately in electronic health record systems
- Participate in patient education by teaching basic health concepts and care instructions
Requirements: What We’re Looking For: - Experience: Someone who is experienced in the field and with Alzheimer's/Dementia and holds a CNA and/or HHA license
- Compassion: A genuine love for spending time with seniors and making them smile and a commitment to maintaining patient dignity,
- Skills: Ability to assist with personal care, daily living activities, companionship, and other client needs.
Requirements: - Experience in a hospital or assisted living setting is a plus
- Knowledge of infectious disease care practices
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments such as critical care units
- Strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Must be able to speak, read and write English
- Physical ability to lift patients and perform tasks that require standing for extended periods
- Commitment to providing compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity
- Driver's license is a must, professional liability insurance is preferred
- Must be able to pass a level 2 background
Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients. Your role as a Nursing Assistant will be vital in providing quality care and support within our healthcare community.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Flexible hours,