Personal Care Assistant - CNA
About The Position
The Personal Care Assistant works with geriatric residents in a personal care home setting. The role requires a sincere desire to support older adults, knowledge of their medical and social needs, the ability to follow instructions and use proper body mechanics, effective time management, and a caring, friendly attitude aligned with the organization’s values. Staff must receive training within the first 60 days of employment in CPR, emergency evacuation procedures, the medical and social needs and characteristics of the resident population, and resident rights, and must receive a copy of the Long Term Care Abuse Reporting Act.
Requirements
- High school graduate or certified equivalent.
- Completion of a CNA certificate and current Georgia license.
- Current Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant licensure.
- Current CPR certification.
- Must have a sincere desire to work with geriatric residents and knowledge of their medical and social needs.
- Must demonstrate ability to follow instructions and use proper body mechanics.
- Must demonstrate effective time management skills and a caring, friendly attitude, and support the organization’s values.
- Must receive required personal care home training within the first 60 days of employment, covering CPR, emergency evacuation procedures, resident population needs and characteristics, and resident rights; must receive a copy of the Long Term Care Abuse Reporting Act.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with geriatric residents is desirable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
