Overnight Caregiver

About the role

Avenues Home Care overnight caregivers provide compassionate, around-the-clock support to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable clients who cannot care for themselves. You will serve as the front line of our care team, prioritizing each client’s needs and delivering services with the utmost care in the Brentwood, Nashville, Murfreesboro, and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as outlined in their individualized plan of care, including:
  • Bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
  • Toileting, transferring, eating, and continence care
• Provide medication assistance, light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, feeding, shopping, and transportation to appointments
• Offer companionship and perform other household tasks specified in the client’s plan of care
• Document and report daily activity to your supervisor through the agency management system, daily logs, and other communication channels (phone, email, app, in-person)
• Practice safety in all client-related activities
• Lift or push up to 50 pounds as required
• Demonstrate honesty, accountability, and integrity in all interactions
• Provide superior care and remain vigilant for any changes in the client’s condition or potential concerns
• Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with Avenues Home Care policies and dress code
• Report for shifts on time and communicate scheduling changes promptly
• Report suspected abuse or neglect immediately through the proper chain of command, as required by law
• Document any unusual behavior, events, conditions, or individuals
• Maintain confidentiality of all records, correspondence, and client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Attend meetings and in-service training as requested
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Proficiency with the Homecare Company Management System (ClearCare)
• Ability to maintain an established work schedule
• Effective interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills with attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• “Fit for Duty” physical condition, valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance
• Preferred qualifications:
  • CNA license or prior caregiver experience
  • CPR and First Aid certifications
  • Reliable transportation
• Prior experience assisting with ADLs or caring for elderly, disabled, or vulnerable clients

Skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy
• Organizational and planning abilities with strong follow-through
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time positions available
• 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour shifts
• PRN (as-needed) and short shifts also offered

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid mileage
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance
• Overtime pay
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Holiday pay
• Referral bonuses
• Mentorship program
• Additional pay for “White Glove Services”

Safety Expectations

• Work safely and follow all safety rules
• Report unsafe working conditions or behavior immediately

Equipment Used

• Telephone, smartphone, or tablet
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)