Personal Care Aide

Avid Health at Home•Supply, NC

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) is a paraprofessional member of the client care team who provides selected personal care services and limited related household tasks under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and the clinical supervision of a registered nurse or Clinical Manager. Services are provided in the client’s home, as directed by a physician’s order and the client’s plan of care. The role is classified as non-exempt, and hours vary on a case-by-case basis. The PCA supports clients with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living, including personal care, household tasks related to the client’s health, companionship, and assistance with errands and appointments. The PCA observes and reports changes in a client’s condition, documents services, follows safety and confidentiality requirements, and does not administer medications.

Requirements

Current certification or registration with the licensing board or department in the state of practice.
Current PCA certification.
Compliance with existing regulations and company policies.
Sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick.
Ability to read, write, and carry out directions, and maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry at least 25 pounds.
Ability to stoop and bend for up to 2.5 hours per 8-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification is preferred and may be required for some clients.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day ADL and IADL support in the client’s home as specified by the physician’s plan of treatment and client’s plan of care.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, mouth and denture care, skin and foot care (without cutting toenails), grooming, and dressing or undressing.
Assist with elimination, transfers, and ambulation, with or without mechanical aids.
Assist the client with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
Perform household tasks related to the client’s health and care plan, including maintaining a clean, safe, healthy environment; planning and preparing meals according to dietary requirements; feeding the client if necessary; light housekeeping; and laundering bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, groceries, errands, and appointments outside the home.
Provide companionship and stimulation, such as reading and walks, and accompany the client to medical or other appointments.
Use equipment appropriately and safely.
Remind the client to self-administer medication; do not administer medications.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Protect the safety of clients and self, follow Universal Precautions, and demonstrate safe handwashing techniques.
Observe the client’s general physical, emotional, and mental status and immediately report changes in condition, family situation, or incidents during the shift to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and client’s designated representative as instructed.
Maintain and improve skills by attending staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality; interact with clients, families, employees, physicians, visitors, and community members in an informative, courteous, and compassionate manner.
Adhere to HIPAA regulations and agency policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.