As a certified caregiver, you are responsible for providing high-quality care and support to your client who may need assistance with daily activities due to age, illness, or disability. Your duties can vary depending on the specific needs and preferences of the client you are caring for, but here is a short protocol outlining some common responsibilities:

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO;


BATHING, INCLUDING

  • Giving baths in the bathroom and
  • Giving bed baths for those who can’t get out of bed.

PERSONAL HYGIENE AND GROOMING, INCLUDING

  • Mouth care,
  • Hair care,
  • Shaving, and 
  • Nail care.

    CROSS-INFECTION PREVENTION, INCLUDING
  • Hand hygiene of the client and
  • Hand hygiene in preparation for clinical procedures.

EXERCISE AND MOBILITY ASSISTANCE, INCLUDING

  • Assisting with light exercises,
  • Assisting with mobility aids,
  • Assisting with participating in recreational activities,
  • Assisting the client in and out of bed/chairs, and Transport*.

ASSISTING WITH HEALTH CHECKS*, INCLUDING

  • Vital signs, and
  • Blood sugar levels.

CLIENT SAFETY, INCLUDING

  • Ensuring the safety of the client on a hospital bed and
  • Safely lifting and handling the client.

ASSISTING WITH BODILY FUNCTIONS, INCLUDING

  • Knowing when and how to offer a bedpan and/or urinal,
  • Emptying urine bags, and
  • Changing adult diapers and disposing of the diaper

PRESSURE CARE, INCLUDING

  • Safely lifting and repositioning the client in order to relieve discomfort.

NOURISHMENT, INCLUDING

  • Meal preparation,
  • Feeding for those who need help with eating and drinking, and
  • Using and caring for PEG and NG feeding tubes.


MEDICATION REMINDERS

  • Prompt your client to take their medication unless instructed otherwise by a Registered Nurse.



LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING, INCLUDING

  • Making beds and changing linen.
  • Sweeping and mopping floors.
  • Wiping down counters; washing and putting dishes away.
  • ( Light housekeeping is meant to be limited to the areas used by the client such as the bathroom, kitchen, bedroom, and living room. )



HEALTH AND SAFETY IN THE HOME, INCLUDING

  • Cleaning of critical hygiene areas,
  • Eliminating potential hazards, and
  • Preventing accidents.

ASSISTING WITH MEDICAL TREATMENTS*, INCLUDING

  • Oxygen therapy,
  • Stoma/ostomy care,
  • Catheter care, and
  • Nebuliser.

BASIC BABY & CHILDCARE, INCLUDING 

  • Preparing baby bottles,
  • Preparing Meals & Snacks ( Parents Guideline )
    Monitoring baby’s feed intake, Bottle/Pacifier Sterilisation 
  • Changing diapers.
    Assist with bath time
    Playtime, Tummy Time

    This protocol should serve as a general guideline, as a caregiver you should always adapt your care to the unique needs and preferences of the client you are assisting. Regular communication with your Registered Nurse and office team is essential to provide the best possible care.