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CNA Needed in Bethesda: Wed–Fri Schedule (ASAP Start)

Griswold Home Care for Chevy Chase
11 days ago
Part-time
On-site
Kensington, Maryland, United States

Location: Bethesda, MD

Schedule:

  • Wednesday & Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and experienced caregiver to support a 71-year-old female client with limited mobility who requires full assistance with daily care. This role is ideal for someone who is attentive, gentle, and comfortable providing hands-on support in a home setting.

Client Needs & Care Responsibilities:

Mobility & Transfers:

  • Repositioning every 2 hours to ensure comfort and prevent skin breakdown
  • Assist with walking using a walker
  • Support with transfers (bed, chair, wheelchair)

Personal Care:

  • Sponge bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Full assistance with hygiene and incontinence care (adult briefs)

Meal Support:

  • Prepare simple meals
  • Encourage hydration
  • Assist with feeding as needed

Medication Reminders:

  • Prompt and monitor multiple daily medications and supplements

Additional Considerations:

  • Client has very limited mobility and slow speech/communication
  • Swallowing difficulties present—caregiver should be attentive during meals
  • Client is deeply spiritual; respect for her Greek Orthodox faith is important
  • Frequent visits from friends and members of her church community

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience with high-acuity or hospice-level care preferred
  • Patient, compassionate, and attentive to detail
  • Comfortable with full ADL support and mobility assistance
  • Strong communication skills and a calm, supportive presence