The PCA performs the same duties as the CNA in the Assisted Living Communities with exception of having the ability to assist tenants to take medication that is set up in their apartment and give scheduled and PRN medication under direction of the RN. According to the Plan of Care for the tenant, PCAs apply skills in basic nursing, personal care and basic restorative services while understanding the mental health and social service needs of the tenant and being mindful of the needs in cognitively impaired tenants.
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Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees