In Home Companion

Riverside Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, VA is seeking a Companion to provide private duty home care services including meal preparation, medication reminders, errands, transportation, light housekeeping and companionship. You will follow the plan of care, promote safety, and coordinate with RN/LPN staff to ensure ethical, patient-centered support.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days required.
• 1 year of companion experience in home care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides companion services such as meal preparation, medication reminders, errands and transportation.
• Follows the plan of care to ensure consistent, ethical care and patient privacy.
• Completes required documentation under RN/LPN guidance.
• Assists client with appointments and developing a support network.”

Skills

Companion care

Meal preparation

Medication reminders

Transportation

Light housekeeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Hiring Range

$15.60 - $20.25/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range

$15.60 - $20.25/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Companion provides companion services such as meal preparation, medication reminders, errand services, grocery shopping, companionship, transportation, some light housekeeping, and other private duty services as assigned. Assists the client with the development of a circle of support, builds and maintains relationships with family, friends, and neighbors. Assists client in making medical appointments and insures client is present for all appointments. Other responsibilities include promoting a safe environment, providing protective supervision and advocacy and communicating all client related information to the appropriate staff in a timely matter. Acts as a mandated abuse reporter. Must have reliable transportation to perform assigned home care visits. If using personal vehicle, must have and maintain a current, valid driver's license with proof of appropriate, satisfactory driving record and proof of auto liability coverage as required by Virginia State Law.

What You Will Do

Provides companion services such as meal preparation, medication reminders, errand services, grocery shopping, companionship, transportation, light housekeeping, and other private duty services as assigned. Follows the plan of care that assures patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care, within legal standards of practice, while maintaining privacy and support for the patient’s value system. Provides care consistent with both verbal and/or written instructions. Understands assigned plans of care within appropriate scope of practice and responsibilities as directed by the RN/LPN to include accurately completing all required documentation.

• Assists client in making medical appointments and insures client is present for all appointments. Additionally assists client with developing support network, building and maintaining relationships with family, friends and neighbors.
• Assists and participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Ensures availability of resources (equipment, instruments, supplies) necessary to ensure positive patient outcomes. Maintains clean, safe and orderly work/patient environment by cleaning work stations/areas, equipment, stocking supplies, and placing equipment in proper storage areas.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, (Required)

Experience

• 1 year prior companion experience in home care or other healthcare setting (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)
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• Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job
• Valid Drivers License Required

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.