About us

A caregiver assistant provides care and assistance to elderly patients or those with mobility issues. They usually work at assisted living facilities where they are in charge of helping patients eat, bathe and dress, go to the toilet, take walks in the garden, and drink medicine. They also perform chores such as preparing meals according to nutrition plans, doing the laundry, arranging beds, and maintaining the cleanliness of different areas. Moreover, a caregiver assistant also builds positive relationships with patients to give them emotional support and help them feel comfortable.

CAREGIVER ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES

Here are examples of responsibilities from real caregiver assistant resumes representing typical tasks they are likely to perform in their roles.

• Assist residents with bathing and other ADL's.
• Provide care and assistance to private individual including all ADL's.
• Provide care for residents with special conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer's.
• Provide assistance for primary caregiver by providing companionship to elderly client.
• Provide companionship services that stimulate, encourage, and assist seniors.
• Provide evidence based psychological therapy to patients with common mental health problems.
• Monitor proper usage and dosage of prescription medication to ensure safety of patients.
• Care include administrating medication and monitoring day-to-day activities of a family member with Alzheimer 's
• Obtain and evaluate patient medication regimens, allergies, lab values and past/current medication history utilizing electronic medical records.
• Get his health under control by taking to Dr. appointments for testing and medication needs.
• Coordinate Dr. visits: ensure proper follow-up of doctor's instructions before and after dialysis treatment.
• Change her colostomy bag weekly.
• Empty and clean bedpans, replace soiled bedding, and ensure the area remain sanitary and clear of trash.
• Care for an elderly, bed-ridden female with dementia, diabetes and heart condition.
• Cook all meals, and maintain a balance diet acceptable for a patient with diabetes and heart conditions.

Duration / Eligibility

01 Year / 10th with Sci