Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
Job Description Provide the kind of care you would want for your own loved ones; be compassionate, empathetic, patient, and kind, while providing reliable, trustworthy, and top-notch professional home care. Provide client with hygiene care as directed including, but not limited to: bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities, feeding, meal preparation, linen changes, light housekeeping Take and record vital signs as well as height and weight, if necessary Assist client in active and passive range of motion defined by the plan of care, document observed changes, and report any changes to the Director of Nursing Assist client in walking and transportation to doctor appointments, outdoor activities, shopping Develop and promote a safe environment for quality client care through adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards Ensure client’s rights are adhered to What We Offer At BrightStar Care, we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: Full-time, Part-Time Opportunities 401(k) with Employer Match Time Off Bonus Insurance: Medical Dental Vision Mileage Reimbursement (client to client's house) Paid Time Off Free Training and Continuing Education Part of a team with RN Oversight Employee referral bonus Mobile shift access Weekly pay w/ direct deposit Flexible schedule National company with over 300+ locations We promote from within Weekly pay via direct deposit Variety of in-home and assisted living assignments, procedures, and treatments Mobile time tracking and care notes, employees can easily clock in and out of work right from a mobile device. Online or offline Joint Commission accredited Requirements A passion for caring for others and pride in your work Documented completion of an approved Nurse Aide training program or equivalent A minimum of one (1) year of documented caregiver experience preferred Certified in CPR Negative 2-step TB skin test or chest x-ray Must pass a background check and drug test Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with the organization's requirements preferred Must have a working "smartphone" and service, which will be used for time and attendance, and care notes Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision Empathy for the needs of the client Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills Ability to express spoken and/or written ideas in English Treats clients, staff, and the public with courtesy, and respect and presents an appositive public image. Recognizes the importance of their role as a part of the organizational team, and is committed to team excellence. Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information and maintains HIPAA compliance The shifts that we currently have a range from day or night, 4 to 12 hrs. Locations include Waikiki, Honolulu, Manoa, Hawaii Kai, Kahala, Kailua, Kaneohe, Aiea, Pearl City, Kunia, and Mililani. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.