Patient Care
Caregiver Competency
Caregiver's ability to safely and appropriately perform the tasks required to support.
Definition
Caregiver Competency refers to a caregiver's ability to safely and appropriately perform the tasks required to support a patient's care.
Why it matters
Assessing competency helps clinicians determine whether caregivers understand and can safely perform necessary care activities.
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