Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
The In-Home Aide/C.N.A will provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to the home support care client in a manner that meets or exceeds state, federal, and agency expectations, under the guidance and supervision of the professional health personnel to ensure quality and safe delivery of services. All services will be rendered in accordance to the client plan of care orders.
Position Qualifications:
Maintain current listing with the NC Division of Facility Services as a Nurse Aide.
Be able to read, write, and follow instructions.
Preferably completed an approved Nurse Aide I training program and/or approved competency evaluation program.
1-year experience in healthcare/home care field.
A positive attitude towards the care of the sick and elderly.
Demonstration of maturity and proficiency in performing the necessary job duties.
Possess a valid driver’s license, personal means of transportation, and a safe driving record.
Must have a good C.N.A work experience history in a similar work area/agency.
Must have an Up-TO-Date TB Test
Physical Requirements:
Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.
Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.
Ability to deal with stress.
The following are ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS that must be safely performed with or without reasonable accommodation without a posing a direct threat to other employees, client, or self:
Provides and/or assists with activities of daily living such as grooming; oral hygiene, bath/shower; feeding and nourishment; incontinence care; maintaining the personal environment (i.e., clothing linen within the home).
Job Types: Part-time
Pay Based on Experience