Through our training and certification program, our students become prepared to work for a certified home health, hospice agency, nursing and residential care facilities and in hospitals, generally under the supervision of medical staff. Most of the work will take place in the clients’ homes, in group homes, day service programs, or hospitals. The daily requirements can include,
- Work with nurses and other medical practitioners to help with patient care, cleanup, preparation, and other tasks around the hospital or medical facility that requires an extra pair of hands.
- Assisting clients with their daily personal tasks, like bathing and dressing
- Performing light housework
- Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet your clients’ dietary needs
- Organizing your client’s schedule and appointments
- Providing basic health services, like administering prescription medication at certain times or checking vital signs
- Arranging transportation for your client