Personal Care Attendant-OVERNIGHT & WEEKEND

BLESSINGS4EVER HOME CARE AGENCY LLC•Philadelphia, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Personal Care Attendant is responsible for providing personal care to Blessings4Ever Home Care Agency consumers in their activities as specified by the patient care plan in compliance with general precautions and according to the established policies, procedures and objectives of the organization. The Personal Care Attendant has the responsibility of reporting client-related issues and changes to the home care agency as soon as the issue is identified.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Possesses the ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal directions and work with limited supervision.
Demonstrates an accepting and therapeutic attitude towards the sick, disabled, and the elderly and possess the maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Reflects a professional and positive attitude
Successfully complete the training courses
Successfully complete the competency exam
Provide or obtain a current CPR certificate required
Meets the state compliance requirements
Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Human Resource Director, if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED preferred
Healthcare experience preferred
CNA: 1 year preferred

Responsibilities

Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of the job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with consumers
Provides personal care services as established in the consumers plan of care
Communicates with patients and their families on a regular basis
Submits required documentation as per agency policy and procedures
Ensures compliance of agency infection control and safety policies
Adheres to the organization’s policy regarding absenteeism and appearance
Performs functions including some or total assistance with the following: bathing of patient in the bed, the tub or in the shower; dressing; grooming, including care of hair, shaving and ordinary care of the nail’s teeth and mouth; toileting; this may include assisting the patient on and off the bed-pan commode or toilet walking, beyond that provided by durable medical equipment within the home and outside the home transferring from bed to chair or wheelchair; preparing of meals in accordance with modified diets, including low sugar, low fat, low salt and low residue diets; feeding; administration of medication by the patient, including prompting the patient as to time, identifying the medication for the patient, bringing the medication and any necessary supplies or equipment to the patient, opening the container for the patient, positioning the patient for medication and administration, disposing of used supplies and materials and storing the medication properly; providing routine skin care; Using medical supplies and equipment such as walkers and wheelchairs; and changing of simple dressings
Observes, records and reports information about client’s condition and home environment
Recognizes emergencies and follows agency procedures appropriately
Complies with agency confidential policies; demonstrates and understanding of patients’ rights and maintains respect for patient privacy and personal property
Documents hours worked by utilizing Electronic Visit Verification protocols
Perform other specific tasks related as assigned