Akins Health Solutions LLC
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
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Job Description
Job Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Caregiver and play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide personalized care, promote independence, and foster a warm, respectful environment. Whether working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or community-based settings, you will be instrumental in delivering essential daily support with energy and enthusiasm. Your dedication will help create a safe, engaging space for residents to thrive and feel valued every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
- Monitor and record vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature to ensure health stability
- Support residents with memory care needs, including dementia and Alzheimer’s care strategies
- Administer medications accurately following prescribed schedules and protocols
- Operate manual handling equipment, such as Hoyer lifts, safely to assist with transfers
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and assist with feeding when necessary
- Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning and sanitation routines
- Document care activity
- Engage residents in social activities and provide emotional support to promote mental well-being
- Follow safety procedures, including CPR and First Aid certification protocols, to respond effectively during an emergency
Skills
- Proven experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or home & community care environments
- Strong understanding of geriatrics, dementia care, Alzheimer's care, and behavioral management techniques
- Ability to assist with ADLs and perform heavy lifting safely using proper manual handling techniques
- Knowledge of medication administration and vital signs monitoring
- Excellent caregiving skills with a compassionate approach towards indivi...
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