Personal Care Aide (PCA)

$36,504 - $36,504/Yr

The Gardens By Morningstar - Oswego, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Oswego, NY

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) position at The Gardens By Morningstar involves providing essential support to residents in a safe and respectful environment. The role emphasizes the importance of resident involvement in care decisions, promoting independence, and ensuring adherence to service plans. PCAs are responsible for assisting with daily living activities and reporting any changes in residents' conditions while maintaining a high standard of care and communication with the care team.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and reinforce the need for a safe environment related to equipment and fall precautions.
• Involve residents and families in care decisions to promote self-determination and independence.
• Explain all care procedures to residents prior to performance.
• Recognize and report any potential abuse or neglect.
• Follow the service plan as outlined by the care team and provide feedback on any changes.
• Assist residents with eating, grooming, bathing, restroom needs, dressing, and walking as required.
• Assist therapists with rehabilitation services as requested.
• Report any changes in the patient's mental and physical condition to the supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards and policies.
• Treat residents and their families with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrate competence in technical and manual skills according to PCA scope of practice.
• Provide reminders for meals and medications.
• Function as a resident advocate by protecting residents' rights.
• Maintain a well-kept and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Communicate necessary issues to environmental services.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet residents' needs.
• Assist with the self-administration of medications and follow medication rights.

Requirements

• Must have First Aid Certification.
• Knowledgeable of service plans and able to follow them accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and the care team.
• Competence in technical and manual skills relevant to PCA duties.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a similar role or healthcare setting.
• Training as a Med Tech is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Generous sign-on bonus.
• Flexible scheduling with all shifts available.