I became a caregiver because I intended to go into Pediatrics as an ICU nurse and that seemed like the logical first step to get a foot in the door. I didn't have a clue what I was stepping into. Honestly, after going through clinical I had no desire to ever use my certification. That is, until I was in a pickle and in need of a full time job. So I broke down and applied for my first CNA position even though I dreaded a work environment that seemed so heartbreaking (apparently I had just had my clinical at an awful facility). Over my two years as a CNA I got the opportunity to experience the most incredible, and some of the deepest relationships that were formed with those whom was taking care of. I have worked in two assisted living centers and have cared for all levels of care within those centers. The reason I left my fist place of work was because of the driving time to get there. I transferred to a closer center which had a lock down dementia unit with one employee taking care of the 8 residents ranging from level 1 to level 3 care with 7 on hospice care. I was the only employee to be with them every shift that I worked. Five days a week I woke them up and got them to the restroom, got them dressed, washed their faces and put moisturizer on, gave them oral care, brushed their hair, made their beds, organized their things, cleaned their nails and hands and let them relax doing their morning routines (television, puzzles, watching the sunrise and drinking coff
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
CareLinx home care services include housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation, shopping, medication reminders, mobility assistance, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, exercise, companionship and more. Compared to traditional agencies, our caregiver services include four distinct advantages.
1. Preferred, high-quality care: CareLinx customers prefer our care over competitors’ by a factor of 10 to 1. You get to choose and interview the caregiver, resulting in a better match and higher quality care.
2. Uniquely affordable: as an online caregiver network with low overhead and zero markups on caregiver pay, our prices are up to 50 percent less than traditional senior care agencies.
3. Care advocates: our direct-hire model gives caregivers higher wages and flexible schedules, and consumers low prices. Everyone gets a better quality of life.
4. Peace of mind: in-home caregivers are background checked and technology-enabled to give you visibility and transparency in the home. Our app provides GPS clock-ins clock-outs, real-time secure messaging, and personalized digital care plan.