Key Responsibilities
Personal Care
Assist with bathing, grooming, oral care, and toileting
Help with dressing and personal hygiene
Change diapers, catheter bags, and assist with bedpans (if required)
Mobility & Support
Assist patients with walking, sitting, standing, and transfers
Help with positioning and turning bedridden patients to prevent bedsores
Support use of walkers, wheelchairs, or other aids
Feeding & Nutrition
Assist with feeding and ensure proper nutrition
Follow prescribed diet plans (diabetic, post-surgery, etc.)
Encourage fluid intake as advised
Health Monitoring
Measure and record vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, oxygen level)
Observe and report changes in patient condition
Remind patients to take medicines as prescribed (not administer unless trained)
Basic Nursing Care
Bed making and linen changing
Wound care support as instructed by nurse/doctor
Maintain cleanliness of patient area and equipment
Emotional Support
Provide companionship and emotional comfort
Communicate respectfully with patients and family members
Maintain patient privacy and dignity
Safety & Hygiene
Follow infection control and hygiene practices
Ensure a safe home environment to prevent falls
Proper disposal of medical waste
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Documentation & Reporting
Maintain daily care records
Report emergencies or unusual symptoms immediately
Coordinate with nurses, doctors, or supervisors
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Skills & Qualifications
Basic training in patient care or caregiving (preferred)
Knowledge of hygiene and safety practices
Good communication and patience
Ability to handle elderly, bedridden, or post-surgery patients
Physically fit and emotionally compassionate
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Work Environment
Patient’s home
Day shift / Night shift / 24-hours