PCA Personal Care Assistant

$21,840 - $21,840/Yr

Provision Home Care - Pfafftown, NC

posted 3 months ago

Part-time,Full-time
Pfafftown, NC
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

We have an opening for a home health aide to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting patients with their personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily requirements as dictated by the patient's individual needs. This position is crucial in providing compassionate care and support to patients in their homes, ensuring they maintain their dignity and comfort while receiving care. To excel in this role, you should have a genuine interest in health care and the ability to work independently, prioritizing the patient's needs above all else. As a Home Health Aide, you will perform basic health care services for patients, which includes checking vital signs and assisting with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene. You will also be responsible for light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for the patient. Additionally, you will coordinate transportation arrangements as needed and collaborate with nurses and other caregivers to ensure comprehensive care. Observing and reporting on the patient's condition is also a key responsibility, as is keeping up with in-service training to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field.

Responsibilities

  • Help patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and other daily tasks.
  • Perform basic health care services for patients including checking vital signs.
  • Help with general light housekeeping.
  • Make transportation arrangements as needed.
  • Work with a nurse and other caregivers and in-home care professionals.
  • Observe and report on patient condition.
  • Keep up with in-service training.

Requirements

  • High school diploma.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
  • Must be able to provide references.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Have good personal hygiene.
  • Able to do light housekeeping.

Nice-to-haves

  • Valid CNA certification

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
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