Aide (PCA) at Visalaw AI

Plymouth, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Medication Assistance, Resident Care, Hygiene Assistance, Charting, Communication, Infection Control, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Diabetic Certification, Time Management, Confidentiality, Recreational Activities, Transportation Assistance, Meal Assistance, Visitor Interaction

Industry

Description

Description Personal Care Aide Supervisor: Administrator Department: Nursing Job Summary: The Personal Care Aide performs various resident care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and providing for hte comfort of our residents. Responsibilities: Assist residents in bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene and assures that residents are comfortable and properly cared for at all times. Assist residents with medications under the supervision of the Administrator and Nurse after completing the medication training and successful completion of medication competency test. Follows daily routines as assigned by Administrator and Nurse. Assists in transporting residents to dining room, assist with serving meals, and other necessary assistance throughout mealtime. Performs personal services for residents and assists them in carrying out their daily activities such as reading, writing letters, making telephone calls, and participating in recreational activities. Make facility rounds every half hour to assure all residents are comfortable and accounted for. Responsible for charting resident information and noting any changes in resident condition. Help direct visitors, run errands, and answer telephone. Follow all procedures for infection control. Responsible for the periodic recording of resident's physical condition such as weight, vital signs, etc. Communicates to Nurse and Administrator of any changes in a resident's condition or resident concerns. Assists Activity Director in carrying out activities as necessary. Maintain required CPR, First Aid, and Diabetic certifications. Responsible for attending mandatory in-services as directed by administration. Performs other duties as directed by administration and management team. Requirements The Personal Care Attendant must be 18 years or older. Possess a high school diploma or GED diploma. Must be free from medical conditions that would limit ability to provide necessary personal care services. Responds to and interacts with residents, employees, and/or others within and outside of the organization in a courteous, professional, and effective manner. Ability to work within time constraints and to prioritize work. Maintain confidentiality throughout all phases of this position.

Responsibilities

The Personal Care Aide assists residents with daily personal care activities and ensures their comfort. Responsibilities include bathing, dressing, medication assistance, and maintaining communication with nursing staff regarding resident conditions.