What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Aid position at Stuarts Draft Retirement Community?
Hiring DCA/PCA/CNA. Full-time Evening Shift with benefits and shift differential! Are you passionate about helping others and seeking an emotionally rewarding job in the healthcare field? We may have exactly the role you’re looking for! As a certified nursing assistant, you’ll be the main caregiver for our patients with varied levels of mobility who require help with daily living activities like going to the restroom, getting dressed, eating regular meals, and changing bedpans. You’ll also need to accurately record patient vitals, monitor changes in behavior or symptoms, and answer call signals and bells to determine patient needs. If you’re looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Compensation- $17.50 hourly plus shift dif. and weekend premium
Compensation:
$17.50 hourly
Responsibilities:
- Attend to the basic care and daily living needs of patients including going to the restroom, bathing, eating daily meals, taking proper medication dosages, and getting dressed
- Convey relevant patient data and information to supervising nurse, family members, and other facility staff as needed
- Assist patients with regular exercise as needed to maintain physical health and mobility level
- Provide carefully documented patient information in charts for multiple vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and blood oxygen level
Qualifications:
- Exceptional communication skills in working with patients and families to maintain positive relationships
- Be able to use computer database and software programs to accurately record patient history
- Needs strong physical stamina to reposition and lift patients from beds to examination tables or wheelchairs and move medical equipment
- Previous experience handling bedridden patients with age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's and Dementia preferred
- Candidates must have CNA, DCA, or PCA certification from a state-approved training program
About Company
Stuarts Draft Retirement Community is a locally owned and operated senior living community in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. For over 20 years, we've created a warm, family-focused environment where both residents and team members feel valued, supported, and respected. We believe great care starts with great caregivers — and we’re committed to making sure our staff are equipped, appreciated, and empowered to thrive.
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