9hr Overnight Shifts in Victorville: Start IMMEDIATELY: We have a client in Victorville that needs overnight coverage. Clients 87 yo female. She is 5'3 and 185 lbs with a hunched back and neuropathy in her legs and feet. She was just put on a CPAP machine and is struggling to sleep. No transferring, lifting or driving on this shift. Cg can relax on the sofa next to her bed but can't sleep. Cg will help her when she starts coughing and make sure she leaves the CPAP on. Cg can be male or female. Shifts are 7 days a week. 10pm to 7am. Rate is $15/hr. With OT it is $142.50/shift.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or other related fields
• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)