Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Home Health Aide

Job Summary

Bright Star Care is seeking compassionate and dependable Caregivers to provide non-medical, in-home support to clients who need assistance with daily living activities. Caregivers play a critical role in maintaining client safety, dignity, and independence while following individualized care plans and company policies.

This position focuses on personal care, companionship, and observation, not skilled nursing or medical decision‑making.

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation (including use of gait belts or Hoyer lifts when trained) HEAVY LIFTING REQUIRED
• Provide meal preparation and feeding assistance in accordance with dietary needs
• Perform light housekeeping tasks related to client care (laundry, dishes, tidying client areas)

• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Engage clients in conversation, cognitive activities, and social interaction
• Support clients with memory impairment, Alzheimer's, or dementia using approved techniques

• Assist with self‑administration of medications as permitted by state regulations
• Provide medication reminders and observe ingestion when required
• Do not administer injections, change dosages, or make clinical judgments
• Accurately document medication assistance and report concerns to the office

• Observe and report changes in client condition, behavior, or safety concerns
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding incidents, refusals of care, or concerns
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time

• Follow all care plans, safety protocols, and infection‑control procedures
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality at all times
• Represent Bright Star Care professionally in appearance and conduct

• Previous caregiving, home care, or personal care experience preferred
• Ability to follow care plans and written instructions precisely
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 40 lbs with proper technique
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
• Ability to pass background check, TB clearance, and health screening
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable

Entry level

Full-time

Other

Home Health Care Services

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