1. Provide continuous companionship to the patient while on duty.
2. Assist in meal planning, purchase of foods and food preparation.
3. Maintain the patient’s living environment in a clean and safe manner.
4. Observe the patient’s general physical, emotional and mental conditions and report any obvious changes to the Clinical Liaison or Manager.
5. Provide a sense of security for the patient.
6. Assist patients as needed, excluding any personal or medical care.
7. Complete all required documentation and submit such on a timely basis and as directed through agency policy.
8. If eligible, may participate in the Patient Transportation program for the Private Services department.
9. All other duties as assigned.
10. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six months of satisfactory employment history.
• Satisfactory completion of Skill Assessment Test.
• Able to understand and carry out direction and instruction.