What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Attendant/Certified Nursing Assistant position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: PACE Clinic
- Shift: Mon-Fri 8:00-4:30
- Job ID: 181268
Overview
UnityPoint Clinic
Personal Care Attendant/Certified Nursing Assistant
PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, with rotating weekends/holidays
Hiawatha, IA
Full Time Benefits
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
The Personal Care Attendant (PCA) provides hands-on personal care and supportive services to PACE participants in their homes and community settings. The PCA supports participants with activities of daily living while promoting safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life under the direction of the PACE interdisciplinary care team.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility
Provide assistance with transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices
Perform light housekeeping tasks related to participant care (laundry, meal preparation, cleaning participant areas)
Assist with meal setup and feeding as needed
Observe and report changes in participant condition, behavior, or environment to the care team
Follow individualized care plans and safety guidelines
Support participants with exercises or activities as directed by therapy staff
Provide companionship and emotional support
Maintain participant confidentiality and respect cultural preferences
Accurately document services provided and report incidents promptly
Follow infection control and universal precautions
Participate in training, team meetings, and required in-services
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma, GED or applicable work experience.
Completion of a nursing assistant training program totaling at least 75 hours
License(s)/Certification(s)
Maintains current CPR status
Maintains current Mandatory Reporter status
Completes 12 hours of related in-services per calendar year.
Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Valid Auto insurance.