Experienced Caregiver

Visiting Angels - Lincoln, NE; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Mileage Reimbursed

Referral Program

Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Visiting Angels Lincoln, NE is seeking a compassionate Experienced Caregiver for awake overnight shifts. Prior caregiving experience is preferred, including CNA, in-home or companion care. Training will be provided to help you feel confident in your role.

You will support clients in daily activities, provide companionship, and help maintain independence. Compensation ranges from $15.50 to $18.50 per hour, with mileage reimbursement and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older
• A current Driver's License
• Personal reliable transportation; mileage reimbursed for transporting clients
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Willingness to provide personal care (toileting, bathing, dressing, etc.)
• Compassionate, professional, and patient
• Previous caregiving experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide clients emotional and physical support
• Engage clients through conversation, games, and activities
• Assist with activities of daily living: companionship, meal planning/prep, light housekeeping, laundry, personal hygiene, dressing/bathing, reminders for medications, assist with exercise, errands
• Report client changes and act quickly in emergencies
• Mileage reimbursed for client transportation

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Reliable

Flexible

Job description

Visiting Angels:

Visiting Angels Lincoln, NE provides home care assistance to support older adults to which they can remain independent in their own homes with respect, dignity, and compassionate care that they deserve. We serve the Lincoln and surrounding areas.

Our Team:

We pride ourselves on being awelcoming team that values culture, transparency, reliability, and FUN! When you join our team, you will be a valued, encouraged, and supported in a fulfilling career.

Caregiver:

We’re looking for a compassionate and empathetic Experienced Caregiver to join our team! This role is for awake overnight shifts. Previous caregiving experience is preferred and may include professional or personal experience caring for a family member or loved one. CNA, in-home care, companion care, or other related experience is a plus. We provide training to help our caregivers feel confident and prepared in their role.As a Caregiver, you can expect to:

• Provide clients emotional and physical support
• Ensure clients are engaged through conversation, games, and other activities
• Assist with activities of daily living including:
  • Companionship and moral support
  • Coping with the routines of everyday life
  • Planning and preparing meals
  • Light housekeeping and laundry
  • Personal hygiene and grooming
  • Dressing and bathing assistance
  • Reminding to take medication
  • Assisting with exercise
  • Running errands
• Report client changes and act quickly in emergency situations
• Be reimbursed mileage for client transportation

Requirements:

• 18 years or older
• A current Driver's License
• Personal reliable transportation and:
  • Willingness to transport clients in your personal reliable transportation. You will be reimbursed for mileage.
  • Current auto insurance and the ability to maintain auto insurance while employed at Visiting Angels.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Willingness to provide personal cares such as toileting, bathing, dressing, etc.
• Compassionate, professional, and patient
• Previous professional or personal caregiving experience preferred

Compensation:

• $15.50 - $18.50 per hour. Compensation based on experience and/or CNA certification.

Schedule:

• Shifts options
  • 8 or12 hour shifts
  • Weekday orweekend
• Additional shift options available

Benefits:

• Paid Training
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Scheduling
• Mileage Reimbursed
• Referral Program
• Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to those who qualify