Nursing Care Assistant-PACE

Reid Health•Pace, FL

11d

About The Position

The Nursing Care Assistant (NCA) assists with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation escort assistance across settings, including the day center, participants’ homes, and clinics. The NCA provides physical assistance and attendant care for activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. The role participates in assessing, planning care for, and providing all-inclusive services to frail elder enrollees, according to assigned responsibilities and Reid Health PACE standards. The NCA works within the scope of practice, follows applicable Reid Health PACE policies and procedures and OSHA safety guidelines, and performs other duties within the role’s scope as assigned by the Center Manager or designee. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shift, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year working with a frail or elderly population.
CPR certification.
Work within the scope of practice and follow applicable Reid Health PACE policies, procedures, and OSHA safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Current CNA certification in Indiana is preferred.
CNA certification is preferred but not required; on-the-job training for NCA with competency is possible.
Two years of experience working in a nursing home or home health environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation escort assistance across care settings, including the day center, home, and clinic.
Provide physical assistance and attendant care for activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
Accept participant assignments from the Day Center Supervisor and Home Care Coordinator.
Document in the medical record as appropriate to scope of practice.
Participate and communicate effectively in interdisciplinary meetings as required.
Act only within the scope of authority to practice.
Follow Reid Health PACE policies and procedures and OSHA safety guidelines, and maintain a safe working environment.
Participate in continuing education classes and required staff and training meetings; maintain professional affiliations and required certifications.
Participate in and support Quality Improvement initiatives.
Report abnormal findings or changes in participant status to the Clinical Manager or designee.
Help maintain the cleanliness and preparedness of exam rooms, day room, kitchen, and appropriate equipment.
Serve breakfast, snacks, and the noon meal to participants according to diet orders.
Assist with activities tailored to the needs and limitations of frail elderly participants.
Handle potentially infectious specimens using appropriate biohazard precautions and standard precautions.
Comply with CMS PACE regulations applicable to the role.
Perform other duties as required or requested within scope of practice.