In Home Companion, Private Duty

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking a Companion to provide in-home care including meal prep, reminders, errands, and transportation in Newport News, VA. You will follow care plans with RN/LPN guidance to ensure safe, ethical care while maintaining patient privacy.

Responsibilities include assisting with medical appointments, building a support network, and helping team members as needed; requires reliable transportation and a current driver's license with valid auto liability coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required.
• Must be at least 25 years old with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide companion services: meal prep, reminders, errands, groceries, transportation, and light housekeeping.
• Follow care plans with RN/LPN guidance to ensure safe, ethical, and privacy-respecting care.
• Assist clients with medical appointments and ensure attendance.
• Help client develop and maintain a circle of support with family and friends.
• Participate in training and support for team members and volunteers.
• Ensure availability of resources and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliable transportation

Time management

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring 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.This position requires the candidate to:- Be at least 25 years of age- At least 5 years of acceptable driving record- Have a valid Drivers License and Auto Policy- Have a reliable vehicle for transportationOverviewThe 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 doProvides 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.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED, (Required)Experience1 year prior companion experience in home care or other healthcare setting (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsCPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)()Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the jobValid Drivers License RequiredTo learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.