The Joys of a Career in Home Care

It is no secret that there are many jobs in healthcare that offer a challenging, yet rewarding, environment. There are few things that are more rewarding than helping those in need fulfill their dreams to stay in their homes as long as possible. Over the years, we have seen the demand for home based services increase drastically with no signs of slowing down.

Working in home care is rewarding in its own way. As an in-home caregiver or nurse, you have the opportunity to build a personal connection with the clients you serve and know that the services you provide help them live independently in their own home. It is very common to wish to age in place as long as they can, and every person has their own reason for wanting this.

For many, it is a connection to the memories that are in their home, for others it is their friends and the community. Some stay because they can’t stand leaving their pets behind, and others just want to keep enjoying the simplicity of living independently. Whatever the reason, as an in-home care provider, you are there to help them fulfill the life they desire to live.

As a caregiver, services you would provide include:

·         Personal Cares

·         Housekeeping

·         Transportation

·         Companionship

·         Meal Preparation

As a home care nurse, services you would provide include:

·         Medication Setup

·         Vitals Assessments

·         Nail Care

·         Wound Care

·         Health Assessments

For more information on employment opportunities, visit korecares.com/employment.