Caregiver in Burr Ridge

**PLEASE READ ENTIRE JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING.** Looking for a steady assignment? We might have the perfect case for you. We are currently seeking a Healthcare Professional for a client **located in the Burr Ridge area and areas surrounding.** ***We help support you in your assignments with 24/7 access to an RN while caring for your client.*** ***We offer hourly, short shifts, and live\-in*** **Job Duties include:** * Reads each client's Care Plan and performs the specific tasks outlines. Assists client as needed, excluding skilled, professional\-level nursing care. Understands short and long\-term care goals of client and performs duties to help achieve these goals. * As directed by AAED and client, assist client with personal care tasks, including but not limited to: bathing, shampoo/hair, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, shaving, nail care (do not cut nails), skin care on intact skin only, etc. * As directed by AAEB and client assist client with toileting; including bed pans, urinals, commodes, provision of per\-care, changing clothing and/or pads, emptying catheter bags and changing ostomy bags. * As directed by AAEB assist client with mobility, ambulation, lifting, turning, positioning, pivot transfer, etc., using proper body mechanics to avoid injury to client and employee. * As directed by AAEB and client, plans, shops for and prepares nutritious meals for client, in accordance with dietary guidelines/restrictions and client preferences. Assists client with eating/feeding as necessary. * Reports change in client's condition to AAEB immediately. * As directed by AAEB and client, performs housekeeping tasks, including but not limited to: taking out garbage; wiping up spilled foods and beverages; wiping counters and tables; keeping refrigerator/freezer free or spoiled foods; washing kitchen sink; damp\-mopping tile floors; washing diches, etc.; changing of bed linens; washing/drying/ironing of personal laundry; sweeping and vacuuming floors; dusting; cleaning of bathrooms; etc. * Give adequate report on client activities and client condition to co\-workers (caregivers, nurses, etc.) or family upon completion of your shift. * Completes accurate documentation and/or telephony task lists to record client tasks, activities and observations on a daily basis. * Complete Universal Precautions training and update this training annually or as required according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements and regulations. * Takes precautions to ensure a safe, secure environment for client. Reports any actual or potential safety hazards to AAEB immediately. **Home Health Aids/Caregivers will enjoy the following benefits:** * Outstanding Ongoing Paid Training Programs * Lucrative Referral Bonus Program * 24/7 administrative and RN support available **Requirements:** * Previous home care experience is preferred. * Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent required. * Must provide own transportation or be willing and able to take public transportation or have a reliable means of transportation to client homes. * Must be able to use proper Body Mechanics. Must be able to lift, transfer, reposition clients. * Must have basic cooking skills. * Must be familiar with and be able to demonstrate and provide the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to; proper techniques for transferring clients, assisting clients with ambulation etc. * Must practice Universal Precautions/infection control procedures and good personal hygiene. Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: From $18\.20 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Referral program Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Caregivers: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: * Day Shift (Preferred) * Night Shift (Preferred) * Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Burr Ridge, IL (Preferred) Work Location: In person