Weekend Caregiver
Avenues Home Care, formerly Sentinel Homecare, Nashville, TN, United States
At Avenues Home Care, our caregivers are our front line and most common representative. As a Weekend Caregiver, you will be caring for the elderly, vulnerable, disabled and most often those that cannot care for themselves. You are required to keep the client’s needs above all else and perform the following duties with the utmost care. Our office in Nashville provides caregivers for the local area including Nashville, Belle Meade, Green Hills, Franklin, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Lebanon, Mount Juliet, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Ashland City, Hermitage, and many others.
Weekend Caregiver Primary Responsibilities
Assist the client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as specified in the client’s plan of care created during intake. Activities may include bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, transferring, eating, and continence care.
Assist with medication assistance, housekeeping services, laundry, meal preparation, feeding, shopping, transportation to and from appointments and companionship.
Other household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care.
Report daily activity to your supervisor through the agency management system and activity logs via phone, email, agency app, or face-to-face communication as needed.
Shifts Offered
Full Time
Part Time
8 Hour Shifts
10 Hour Shifts
12 Hour Shifts
PRN
Short Shift
Benefits Offered
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Mileage
Flexible Schedules
Work/Life Balance
Overtime Pay
PPE Provided
Holiday Pay
Referral Bonuses
Mentorship Program Available
Additional pay for "White Glove Services"
Additional Duties and Expectations
Practice safety in all activities concerning Avenues Home Care clients.
Be required to lift or push up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate honesty, accountability and integrity.
Provide superior care to Avenues Home Care clients.
Remain vigilant of any potential care concerns or change in condition.
Keep personal appearance in compliance with Avenues Home Care Policies, including dress code.
Be timely in reporting for shifts or making scheduling changes.
Report any suspected abuse or neglect immediately up the proper chain of command, as required by law.
Document any behavior, events, conditions or people that are out of the ordinary.
Maintain confidentiality of records, correspondence, etc.
Attend meetings and in-services as requested.
Abide by all policies and procedures set forth by the Company.
Ensure protection of confidential information that is stored, handled, or maintained by following Company policies and procedures related to confidentiality and/or HIPAA regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge
Good communication skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written assignments.
Proficiency with Homecare Company Management System – ClearCare.
Required Skills
Maintain an established work schedule.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills including tact and diplomacy.
Effective organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Maintain "Fit for Duty" physical condition, a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a minimum of the following requirements:
18 Years of Age or Older.
CNA License or alternate caregiver experience preferred.
CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred.
Reliable Transportation.
Preferred Work Experience
Prior experience assisting with ADLs or caring for elderly, disabled and other vulnerable clients.
Equipment Used
Telephone and/or Smartphone or Tablet.
Personal Protective Equipment.
Required Safety Expectations
Work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
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Weekend Caregiver Primary Responsibilities
Assist the client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as specified in the client’s plan of care created during intake. Activities may include bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, transferring, eating, and continence care.
Assist with medication assistance, housekeeping services, laundry, meal preparation, feeding, shopping, transportation to and from appointments and companionship.
Other household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care.
Report daily activity to your supervisor through the agency management system and activity logs via phone, email, agency app, or face-to-face communication as needed.
Shifts Offered
Full Time
Part Time
8 Hour Shifts
10 Hour Shifts
12 Hour Shifts
PRN
Short Shift
Benefits Offered
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Mileage
Flexible Schedules
Work/Life Balance
Overtime Pay
PPE Provided
Holiday Pay
Referral Bonuses
Mentorship Program Available
Additional pay for "White Glove Services"
Additional Duties and Expectations
Practice safety in all activities concerning Avenues Home Care clients.
Be required to lift or push up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate honesty, accountability and integrity.
Provide superior care to Avenues Home Care clients.
Remain vigilant of any potential care concerns or change in condition.
Keep personal appearance in compliance with Avenues Home Care Policies, including dress code.
Be timely in reporting for shifts or making scheduling changes.
Report any suspected abuse or neglect immediately up the proper chain of command, as required by law.
Document any behavior, events, conditions or people that are out of the ordinary.
Maintain confidentiality of records, correspondence, etc.
Attend meetings and in-services as requested.
Abide by all policies and procedures set forth by the Company.
Ensure protection of confidential information that is stored, handled, or maintained by following Company policies and procedures related to confidentiality and/or HIPAA regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge
Good communication skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written assignments.
Proficiency with Homecare Company Management System – ClearCare.
Required Skills
Maintain an established work schedule.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills including tact and diplomacy.
Effective organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Maintain "Fit for Duty" physical condition, a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a minimum of the following requirements:
18 Years of Age or Older.
CNA License or alternate caregiver experience preferred.
CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred.
Reliable Transportation.
Preferred Work Experience
Prior experience assisting with ADLs or caring for elderly, disabled and other vulnerable clients.
Equipment Used
Telephone and/or Smartphone or Tablet.
Personal Protective Equipment.
Required Safety Expectations
Work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
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