Specialized Caregiver in Wilson NC
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This posting states $14–$20 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in North Carolina post a median of $16 an hour, the middle half $13.50–$17.50, across 356 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in North Carolina earn a median of $15.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Nurse Aide Registry listing (only for in-home aides giving extensive assistance), from the North Carolina DHHS, Division of Health Service Regulation (home care agency rules, 10A NCAC 13J).
- The agency must document that each in-home caregiver has demonstrated competence, including a demonstration to the health care practitioner, for every assigned task (10A NCAC 13J .1110); an in-home aide whose client needs extensive assistance must be listed on the Nurse Aide Registry, while one giving only limited assistance need not be.
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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About the job
SYNERGY HomeCare, Wilson/Goldsboro/Jacksonville
Specialized Caregiver Service Description
Purpose
The Specialized Caregiver provides advanced non-medical personal care and support for clients with cognitive or complex physical conditions requiring a higher level of experience, observation, and compassionate care. These caregivers are selected based on their experience, additional training, and ability to care for clients with specialized needs while promoting safety, comfort, dignity, and independence.
Specialized Caregivers perform all Companion Care and Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services, while providing additional support for clients with chronic illnesses, advanced dementia, hospice support, Parkinson's disease, stroke recovery, cancer, and other high-acuity conditions.
Specialized Care Services
Advanced Personal Care
- All Companion Care and PCA services
- Complex transfers and mobility assistance using approved equipment
- Bed-bound client care and frequent repositioning
- Skin observation and reporting concerns to the office
- Assistance with advanced incontinence care
- Assistance with pressure injury prevention through repositioning and skin care
Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
- Provide compassionate care for clients with memory impairment
- Utilize redirection and de-escalation techniques
- Maintain structured daily routines
- Reduce environmental triggers that may increase confusion or anxiety
- Encourage cognitive stimulation through appropriate activities
- Monitor for wandering risks and maintain client safety
- Provide reassurance during periods of confusion or agitation
Chronic Illness & High-Acuity Support
Assist clients living with conditions such as
- Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
- Parkinson's disease
- Stroke recovery
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Cancer
- Heart failure
- Diabetes
- Hospice and end-of-life support
- COPD
- Other chronic or progressive illnesses requiring enhanced assistance
Mobility & Safety
- Fall prevention interventions
- Safe ambulation assistance
- Proper body mechanics during transfers
- Wheelchair assistance
- Monitoring for changes in mobility and endurance
- Assistance with prescribed home exercise programs, as directed by therapy professionals
Nutrition & Hydration
- Meal planning and preparation
- Feeding assistance when appropriate
- Monitor food and fluid intake
- Encourage proper hydration
- Report changes in appetite or swallowing concerns to the office
Family Support
- Provide emotional support to clients and family members
- Reinforce established care plans
- Communicate observations and concerns to the office promptly
- Assist families in maintaining a calm, supportive environment
Documentation
- Accurately document all care provided
- Report changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, or environmental conditions immediately
- Follow all care plans, agency policies, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention practices, and safety standards
Specialized Caregiver Service Limitations
Although Specialized Caregivers provide care for clients with higher-acuity needs, they remain non-medical caregivers and do not perform skilled nursing services.
Specialized Caregivers do not
- Administer medications or injections
- Perform sterile wound care or dressing changes
- Insert or irrigate Foley catheters
- Perform tracheostomy care
- Administer tube feedings
- Start or manage IV therapy
- Adjust oxygen settings
- Perform skilled nursing assessments
- Accept physician orders
- Perform any task requiring a licensed healthcare professional
Specialized Caregivers may assist with routine, non-skilled support around existing medical equipment (such as emptying a Foley catheter drainage bag or providing observation and reporting), in accordance with state regulations, agency policy, and the client's care plan.
Reliable transportation is required.
SYNERGY HomeCare Benefits
- Competitive pay starting at $14/hr
- Direct deposit weekly
- Paid training
- Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays
- Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients
- Employee recognition and retention programs
- Bonus opportunities available
Our Commitment
At SYNERGY HomeCare, our Specialized Caregivers provide exceptional support for clients facing more complex health challenges. Through advanced training, compassion, patience, and professionalism, they help clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent while giving families confidence and peace of mind during every stage of care.
We are seeking caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency. We would love to have you on our team, apply with SYNERGY HomeCare today!
From SYNERGY HomeCare (Goldsboro, NC)'s job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About SYNERGY HomeCare (Goldsboro, NC)
SYNERGY HomeCare (Goldsboro, NC) hires caregivers in Goldsboro, Richlands and Wilson in North Carolina.
Hires in North CarolinaPay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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