Care Worker

Care worker duties and responsibilities

A care worker’s primary duties include providing physical care and support to their patient. Their daily duties can include:

• Assisting the patient with bathing, grooming and getting dressed
• Handling household tasks like grocery shopping and laundry
• Preparing and serving meals at the appropriate time
• Administering oral and topical medication under the supervision of medical personnel
• Providing mental and emotional support
• Making recommendations to family members and healthcare personnel on the plan of care
• Organising suitable recreational activities for the patient
• Collaborating with other health care and social care professionals to provide the best possible care