House Keeping Staff

Caregiver / Patient Caregiver Job Description

1. Personal Care Support

• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.

• Provide mobility support, including transferring, walking assistance, repositioning, and maintaining proper body posture.

• Ensure the patient’s cleanliness, comfort, and overall well-being.

2. Medication Assistance

• Remind and assist patients in taking prescribed medications on time as advised by doctors.

• Maintain medication records when required.

• Report any side effects, health concerns, or changes in condition to family members or supervisors immediately.

3. Health Monitoring

• Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure (BP), blood sugar levels, pulse rate, and temperature if trained to do so.

• Observe and report physical, emotional, or behavioral changes in the patient.

• Assist with basic exercises or physiotherapy routines as advised by doctors or therapists.

4. Food and Nutritional Support

• Prepare meals according to the patient’s dietary requirements.

• Assist with feeding when necessary.

• Ensure adequate hydration and proper nutrition throughout the day.

5. Companionship and Emotional Support

• Provide companionship and emotional care to reduce loneliness and anxiety.

• Engage patients in conversations and light recreational activities.

• Encourage social interaction and positive engagement whenever appropriate.

6. Household Assistance

• Maintain cleanliness of the patient’s room and surrounding area.

• Perform light household tasks such as laundry, organizing essentials, and maintaining hygiene.

• Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy living environment.

7. Safety and Emergency Handling

• Identify and prevent fall risks or other safety hazards.

• Respond calmly during emergencies and inform family members or supervisors immediately.

• Follow all safety guidelines and infection-control practices at all times.

8. Documentation and Communication

• Maintain daily care reports and patient activity records.

• Communicate regularly with family members and the company regarding patient updates.

• Follow company SOPs, policies, and care protocols strictly.

Additional Points to Add to the Caregiver Job Description

9. Hygiene & Infection Control

• Follow proper hygiene standards, including handwashing and sanitization.

• Maintain cleanliness of medical equipment and patient surroundings.

• Use gloves, masks, and protective equipment when required.

10. Patient Dignity & Privacy

• Treat patients with dignity, patience, and respect at all times.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

• Respect cultural, religious, and personal preferences.

11. Mobility & Bedridden Patient Care

• Assist bedridden patients with repositioning to prevent bed sores.

• Support wheelchair assistance and safe movement.

• Help prevent muscle stiffness through movement support.

12. Appointment & Hospital Support

• Assist patients during doctor visits, hospital appointments, or diagnostic tests if required.

• Maintain and organize medical reports and prescriptions.

13. Behavioral & Dementia Care (if applicable)

• Handle elderly patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or memory-related conditions with patience.

• Manage confusion, anxiety, or difficult behavior calmly.

14. Professional Conduct

• Maintain punctuality, discipline, and professional behavior.

• Avoid mobile phone usage during duty hours except for emergencies.

• Follow company policies and report concerns promptly.

15. Shift Handover & Coordination

• Provide proper handover notes to replacement caregivers or family members during shift changes.

• Coordinate effectively with supervisors, nurses, or healthcare professionals for continuity of care.

• It is a Full Time హౌస్ కీపింగ్ job for candidates with 1 - 2 years of experience.