About the role
Caregivers often work in psychiatric care, elderly care, or disability care and provide support and care to patients or clients. They usually have a secondary education in healthcare and social care, but there are also supplementary educations. The caregiver's work is important for creating a safe and well-functioning everyday life for the people they support.Responsibilities
The caregiver's responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, monitoring health conditions, and administering medication. They work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to implement care plans. Creating a good relationship with patients and clients is central to their work.Skills and tools
Caregivers need good communication skills, empathy, and patience. They often use record systems to document care interventions and may need to handle assistive devices. Knowledge in first aid and the ability to handle emergency situations are also important in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are psykiatri, omvårdnad and rehabilitering.