PCA Personal Care Assistant North Las Vegas

$27,040 - $29,120/Yr

Right At Home - North Las Vegas, NV

Part-time,Full-time

North Las Vegas, NV

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role involves providing essential personal care and support to clients in their homes, focusing on enhancing their quality of life through assistance with daily activities and companionship. This position is available in both part-time and full-time capacities, with flexible scheduling options including day, evening, and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance to clients in their homes
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary
• Provide medication reminders as directed by healthcare professionals
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up living spaces
• Provide companionship and engage in social activities with clients
• Accompany clients to medical appointments or social outings as needed
• Follow care plans and communicate any changes in client's condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals

Requirements

• Previous experience in personal care or a related field is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of caregiving techniques and best practices for senior care
• Familiarity with dementia care and understanding of the challenges associated with it is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and their families
• Compassionate and patient demeanor when dealing with clients who may have physical or cognitive limitations
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions from healthcare professionals or care plans

Benefits

• Continuing education credits
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional development assistance