PACE Certified Nursing Assistant- PT

Everent Health & Affiliates • Elizabethtown, KY

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About The Position

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides personal care and supportive services to PACE participants in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and according to the plan of care. Services are primarily delivered in participants’ homes, but may also be provided in the PACE center or other care settings, including long-term care or assisted living facilities. The PCA supports participants’ safety, comfort, and independence by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and observing and reporting changes in participant condition to clinical staff. This is a part-time position with a minimum of 20 hours per week; weekly hours and shift times may vary depending on operational needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population, or completion of appropriate training upon hire.
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control requirements for healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge of medical equipment use and maintenance.
• Ability to provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with adults and older people.
• Must be a licensed driver.

Nice To Haves

• One year of home health aide experience.
• Experience using technology-based tools, including electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and supportive services to PACE participants in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team and in accordance with the plan of care.
• Assist participants with activities of daily living.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Observe and report changes in participants’ conditions to clinical staff.
• Support participants’ safety, comfort, and independence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED