Compassionate In-Home Caregiver — Flexible Hours

Nurse Next Door San Mateo; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurse Next Door San Mateo is seeking compassionate Home Care Aides to help seniors stay at home with nonmedical support. Flexible hours range from 10 to 40 hours per week across morning, afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts. No experience is required for this entry-level role.

As a Home Care Aide, you will follow a client’s care plan, assist with daily living activities, personal care, meals, and transportation, and complete records. CA registration and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current registration with the California Home Care Aide Registry.
• Criminal background check completed.
• Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training.
• Evidence of tuberculosis testing.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care.
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer.
• Assist with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living).
• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming.
• Assist with transfers, positioning, and ambulation.
• Assist with prescribed exercises as taught by health personnel.
• Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets.
• Assist with bathroom needs and incontinence care.
• Perform household tasks and provide companionship.
• Provide medication reminders as needed.
• Report changes to the administrator or care designer.
• Complete service records and documentation.
• Drive to appointments and errands.
• Remain alert to client needs throughout shifts.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Read and follow instructions

Self-directed

Tact

Driver’s license

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Nurse Next Door San Mateo is seeking compassionate Home Care Aides to help seniors stay at home with nonmedical support. Flexible hours range from 10 to 40 hours per week across morning, afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts. No experience is required for this entry-level role.

As a Home Care Aide, you will follow a client’s care plan, assist with daily living activities, personal care, meals, and transportation, and complete records. CA registration and a valid driver’s license are required.