Personal Care Associate (PCA)
About The Position
VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region of Rutland is seeking a per diem Personal Care Attendant (PCA) for Bennington County. VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is a large non-profit home health and hospice care agency based in Vermont. The agency provides a wide range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Its mission is to deliver the best care for every person, focusing on customized care for individuals with chronic diseases and conditions, as well as those needing short-term care. VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region has been recognized as one of the nation's top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
