Personal Care Associate (PCA)

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region • Bennington, VT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region of Rutland is looking for a per diem Personal Care Attendant (PCA) for Bennington County. The company is a caring and supportive medical company that values its employees. Based in Vermont, it is one of the largest non-profit home health and hospice care agencies that delivers a wide range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Its mission is to provide the best care for every person and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. The agency strives to give customized care to individuals with chronic diseases and conditions as well as those who need short-term care. For its services, it has been recognized as one of the nation's top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite. Under the supervision of the Home Care Aide Staffing Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in the carrying out of a client plan of care.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid state driver's license, vehicle and automobile insurance required.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment driver record, criminal, adult and child abuse background check/review required.
• Must show proof of auto insurance at time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior home care and/or hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and carries out daily patient assignments.
• Collects patient and family data and reports findings to supervisor.
• Performs interventions and procedures as directed to ensure the safe effective quality of care for patients.
• Performs a variety of patient care tasks including, but not limited to activities of daily living, collection of vital signs, ambulation/exercises, homemaking, etc.
• Effectively communicates clinical information-both verbally and in writing-to patients, their representatives, and home care staff, ensuring timely and appropriate reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees