Veterans Affairs Caregiver at Apex Companion Care

We are hiring PRN CNA, HHA, and PCA Caregivers to work 1:1 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), flexible schedules, increased pay rates, and weekly pay. 

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:

• opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages 
• flexibility for true work-life balance
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• career mobility and growth opportunities 

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 Home and Community Bases Services Aide 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
• Reports observations of the client's condition to the Agency Director or accounts manager. Notifies the Agency Director immediately if any incidents or accidents occur.
• Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.
• 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 pericare and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.
• Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care.

Experience Desired 

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

License Requirements 

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

Skill Requirements 

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

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