What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant (PCA) position at Critical Nurse Staffing?
Personal Care Assistant - PCA
Full Time Day & Night Shift Opportunities
Position Summary
- This position provides personal care and related services to patient in the home.
Essential Functions
Employee must have regular attendance/punctuality, be able to work with others at all levels of the Company, have exceptional customer service, and be completely honest. Other assigned duties include:
- Follows the Plan of Care to provide safe, competent care/services to the patient.
- Help the patient maintain good personal hygiene and assists in maintaining a healthy, safe environment.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
- Assist the patient with ambulation as detailed by Patient Care Plan.
- Encourage the patient's independence but not exceed their capabilities outlined out in the Patient's Care Plan.
- Performs routine housekeeping tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
Related Competencies
Language Skills:
Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business practices, policies and procedures, professional journals, technical guidelines, and governmental regulations. Must be able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public. Must be able to provide guidance and direction accurately and clearly to Company staff and employees.
Decision Making:
Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; possess ability to analyze data from different sources to draw conclusions; utilize effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Education/Training
- High School graduate or equivalent.
Licensure/Certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- CPR/First Aide Certification
Clearances
The following background checks are conducted:
- Criminal background • Drug Screening
- Driving Record • OIG Exclusion List
- Sex Offender Registry