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OCT

25

Seeking Full-time Adult Care Provider In Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls, SD

Job type

Full time

Hourly rate

$12-42

Starts October 25

About the job

About who needs care: My wife is beginning chemotherapy for high-grade endometrial cancer. Shell be dealing with fatigue, pain, nausea, and general weakness for several days after each treatment. Shes also on a blood thinner, so were being cautious about fall and bleeding risks. Were looking for a calm, supportive overnight caregiver to help her stay safe, comfortable, and rested through the night. About the care needs: Were looking for someone calm, reliable, and medically attentive. My wife is undergoing chemotherapy and will need light monitoring overnight. That includes checking hydration, urine color, temperature, and general comfort, as well as noting any unusual bleeding, bruising, or shortness of breath. Basic medication reminders and pain-management timing are part of the job (no medication administration required). We also use a simple home pulse oximeter to keep an eye on oxygen levels. Experience with post-chemo or post-surgical patients is a big plus. The right person is gentle, observant, and comfortable communicating small changes in condition. Services needed include: feeding, and bathing / dressing.

Caregiver preferences

Bathing / Dressing

Feeding

Job schedule

Sunday
1:30am-6:30am
Monday
1:30am-6:30am
Tuesday
1:30am-6:30am
Wednesday
1:30am-6:30am
Thursday
1:30am-6:30am
Friday
1:30am-6:30am
Saturday
1:30am-6:30am

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