FT PACE Personal Care Aide
About The Position
Care Guide Partners PACE, part of Hosparus Health, is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider that supports people age 55 and older in continuing to live safely and comfortably in their homes. PACE provides medical care and support services to seniors who need nursing home-level care while helping them maintain independence. The Personal Care Aide provides personal care and supportive services to PACE participants in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and according to each participant’s plan of care (POC). Services are primarily delivered in participants’ homes, but may also take place in the PACE center or other settings, including long-term care and assisted living facilities. The PCA helps promote participants’ safety, comfort, and independence by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and observing and reporting changes in condition to clinical staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- At least 18 years of age.
- At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population, or willingness to receive appropriate training upon hire.
- Maintain CPR certification.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control requirements for healthcare facilities.
- Knowledge of medical equipment use and maintenance.
- Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with adults and older people.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
