CNA- Experienced Patient

Personalized Care

CNA- Experienced Patient

Douglasville, GA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Personalized Care, LLC.

    Client Care Plan / Caregiver Assignment

    Female Client

    Age: 74

    Primary Condition: Bed-bound due to spinal bleeding ulcer resulting in rheumatoid arthritis affecting the lower back and left knee.

    Mobility Status: Non-ambulatory (unable to stand or walk). Requires full assistance with transfers and repositioning.

    Personal Care Assistance

    Caregiver will assist the client with the following daily care needs:

    Assist with repositioning from side to side in bed to prevent pressure sores.

    Provide daily bed bath.

    Assist with personal hygiene and grooming as needed.

    Monitor skin condition and assist with pressure sore prevention.

    Transfer & Mobility Assistance

    Client requires use of an Electric Hoyer Lift for transfers.

    Caregiver must be comfortable assisting with transfers using lift equipment.

    Client weighs approximately 260 lbs, therefore caregiver must be able to safely assist with lifting and repositioning.

    Client will assist when possible during care.

    Scheduled Out-of-Bed Routine

    Client gets out of bed three times per week:

    Days: Monday / Wednesday / Friday

    Duration: Approximately 2 hours

    During this time caregivers will:

    Transfer client using Hoyer Lift.

    Change draw sheets and bed linens.

    Assist with laundry (wash and dry).

    Housekeeping Responsibilities

    Light housekeeping limited to the client’s bedroom:

    Sweep floor daily

    Mop client’s room once per week

    Maintain a clean and safe environment

    Medical Equipment

    Client sleeps on a therapeutic pressure-relief mattress.

    Mattress must be rotated/adjusted every other day to prevent bed sores.

    Medication Assistance

    Caregiver may be asked to pick up medications from Kroger Pharmacy, located near the client’s home.

    Meal Assistance

    Meals are prepared by the client’s sister and stored in the refrigerator.

    Caregiver will warm meals in the microwave when needed.

    Household Support

    Client’s nephew handles grocery shopping and supply pickup.

    Gloves are available in the home, but caregivers may bring their own if preferred.

    Care Orientation

    The client will provide instruction on her care routine upon caregiver arrival until the caregiver becomes familiar with the process.

    Additional care instructions and expectations will be discussed during the first visit.