In Home Patient Care Assistant

Visiting Angels - Bowling Green, KY; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Bowling Green is seeking an In Home Patient Care Assistant to enrich clients' quality of life across South Central Kentucky, including Glasgow, Scottsville, Franklin, Russellville, and beyond. As a caregiver, you will assist with personal care, light housekeeping, meals, mobility, medications reminders, and companionship, following each client's care plan.

We offer flexible schedules, paid time off, health insurance, weekly pay, and opportunities for advanced training in

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
• First aid and emergency response training provided if needed.
• Ability to juggle multiple duties with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support light physical activity and ambulation.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Report health changes or incidents promptly.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant

Visiting Angels of Bowling Green is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the South Central Kentucky area including Glasgow, Scottsville, Franklin, Russellville, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Patient Care Assistant Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

In Home Patient Care Assistant Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift