In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA (Eldridge, IA)
About The Position
Visiting Angels of Bettendorf is hiring In Home Patient Care Assistants to serve clients throughout the Quad Cities area, including Eldridge, Pleasant Valley, Davenport, Walcott, and Blue Grass. The role supports clients’ wellness and quality of life in accordance with their individualized care plans. Care may include personal care, mobility assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, medication reminders, and accompanying clients on errands or appointments. Caregivers must respond appropriately to emergencies and report health changes or unusual incidents. Advanced training opportunities in dementia and Alzheimer’s care are available to caregivers who want to expand their skills. The posting lists full-time, part-time, PRN, and various shift options.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- First Aid and emergency-response training; training is provided if needed.
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to manage multiple duties.
- Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
- Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and physically supporting a client.
- Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
- Willingness and ability to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including a background check.
- Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in advanced training in dementia care or Alzheimer’s care.
Responsibilities
- Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
- Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
- Plan and prepare meals with clients, observing applicable dietary constraints.
- Perform light housekeeping duties.
- Report health changes or unusual incidents.
- Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
- Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
- Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
- Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
- Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Holiday pay
- Direct deposit
- Weekly pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
