Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring PRN Caregivers to work our Veterans Affairs cases caring for clients in their homes in the Jacksonville, FL area. We have a variety of hours available and offer benefits (for those who qualify). 

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• 1:1 Patient Care
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• Weekly Pay with increased pay rates for certain cases
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• Life-Friendly Scheduling
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At Apex Companion, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. 

As Aides & Caregivers, you can expect:

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• opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages 
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• flexibility for true work-life balance
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• career mobility and growth opportunities 
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If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your health care career, this is a great opportunity for you. 

Job Summary

The Caregiver/Aide with the Personal Care Services team is a person who provides support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

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• May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including peri care and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.
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• Reports observations of the client's condition to the agency director or accounts manager
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• Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.
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• Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients' personal care.
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Experience Desired  

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• Six months experience in home care preferred. 
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• Successful completion of a competency evaluation. 
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License Requirements  

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• Current CPR certification required. 
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• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation. 
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Skill Requirements  

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• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified patients’ needs. 
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• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the patient. 
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• Able to work independently. 
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• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills. 
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