Personal Care Assistant with Dementia Focus

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to care for my mother in my home. The ideal candidate will possess a understanding of dementia/Alzheimer's related care. As well as the ability to provide emotional and physical support to properly care for her and ensure her safety at all times. She is relatively self sufficient, she needs assistance with most tasks.

Duties

• Heating up meals, and cleaning up after.
• Assistance with walking and moving safely around the home.
• Engage with her through conversation, small activities or simply offering her reassuring presence.
• Reduce anxiety to help manage behaviors common with dementia.
• When she showers or uses the bathroom, she may need some assistance, but minimal.
• During a night shift, ensure she is comfortable to stay in a bedtime routine.

Requirements

• RN preferred.
• Experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's patients.
• Proven experience in acute care settings preferred.
• Patience.
• Flexible Schedule.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person