Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Home Care (Ruther Glen)

$31,200 - $36,400/Yr

Interim HealthCare - Ruther Glen, VA

Part-time - Entry Level

Ruther Glen, VA

251-500 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role at Interim HealthCare involves providing compassionate, one-on-one care to seniors and individuals with illnesses or chronic conditions in their homes. This position emphasizes building strong relationships with patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being, and following care plans developed by healthcare professionals. The PCA will work flexible hours, including 12-hour shifts, and will be part of a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients.

Responsibilities

• Care for seniors and those with an illness, injury, or chronic disease in their homes.
• Help with daily activities such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, hygiene, nail/skin care, eating, and nutritional intake.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion exercises.
• Check vitals, measure intake/output, monitor blood glucose, and document any changes.
• Work with a team of home health nurses and aides to ensure a patient's care plan is followed.
• Observe patients and notify supervisors of issues requiring a change in care, medication, or medical equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and active Nursing Assistant Certification in Virginia.
• At least 1 year of PCA experience in a home or facility environment.
• Reliable transportation to and from clients' homes.
• Compassionate nature and good communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in care plans.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance