Posted on: Thu 16-01-2020

• Provide care in shifts at either day or evening to homebound patients according to the requirements set by the patient and/or his/her family and physician.
• Companionship and conversation
• Medication and appointment reminders as well as administration.
• Assistance with personal care and hygiene, including grooming and bathing
• Assistance with toileting and incontinence issues
• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Help clients with physical therapy exercises. Work may involve;
• Lifting
• Handling
• Provision of emergency care and action planning
• Additional Care (depending on patient needs toileting & bathing)
• Meal assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Accompany client to social events and gatherings.
• Administration and Communication
• Document and effectively communicate activities during visit and general wellbeing of client.
• Clock In after punctual arrival at clients home and clock out at allocated time.
• Report any unusual incidents and provide feedback to physician, family and office.

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