Overview

Caregivers assist SYNERGY HomeCare clients with activities of daily living as outlined in the written Care Plan. The Care Plan may include the provision for hands-on personal care services as well as tasks considered to be homemaker/companionship services.

Description:

SYNERGY HomeCare - CAREGIVER CNA/HCA/NAR (Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Care Aid/Nursing Assistant Registered)

Qualifications:

• Current Washington State CNA/HCA/NAR
• Certificates showing completion of Core Basic Training/75 Hr, Orientation & Safety, Food Handlers
• Proof of current 2-Step TB testing
• Meet or exceed minimum qualifications for the following:
  • Criminal background check (National and any required by state)
  • Professional and Personal Reference Checks
• Must be physically able to perform the functions of this position.
• Have reliable transportation to and from client’s residence – vehicle, public transportation, ride share.
  • If transporting clients: a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Complete SYNERGY HomeCare Orientation.
• Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and implement a client's non-medical needs in accordance with the established Care Plan.
• Provides companionship for a client including, but not limited to:
  • Talking and attentive listening
  • Providing social and emotional support
  • Promoting mental alertness through client engagement and activities of client's interest
  • Promotes a sense of safety and well-being (Notify the SYNERGY HomeCare office of safety concerns)
• Assists in meeting nutritional needs by providing meal planning, preparation and grocery shopping as needed by client 
• Provide clients in assisting with activities of daily living by providing SYNERGY HomeCare approved personal care activities including, but not limited to:
  • Bathing/Showering Assistance
  • Dressing
  • Toileting
  • Incontinence Care
  • Grooming
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Memory Care
  • Walking Assistance
  • Transfer Assist

• Follow SYNERGY HomeCare's Infection Control Policies (notify the SYNERGY HomeCare office if in need of appropriate PPE or supplies)
• Follow the eRSP telephony/mobile app/or other timekeeping methods instructions when clocking in and out for all scheduled shifts.
• Medication reminders (hand, explain, remind, read, and open)
• Observe and report any/all changes in client's mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to Care Manager or office staff in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and professional relationships with clients, family members or other members of client's support system.
• Completes required documentation in a timely manner and submit to the SYNERGY HomeCare office according to policy.
• Utilizes any/all equipment and supplies safely and properly.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding client information (HIPAA)
• Report to work on time and ready to work for the day as scheduled shifts require.
• Other reasonable related duties as assigned.
• Adhere to all SYNERGY HomeCare policies and procedures.

Physical Demands of Position:

• This position requires light to moderate physical exertion on a regular and recurring basis.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, reach, kneel, and crouch.
• Lifting only up to 25 pounds is permitted and may be required.
• Clients may require repositioning and transfer utilizing proper repositioning and transfer safety techniques and equipment where applicable.