Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
Nightingale Services/Infusion/Pharmacy, Inc. We are looking for a competent personal care assistant. Assistance with bathing, dressing, cooking, light housekeeping and running errands for the elderly and disabled in the home environment. We will work around your schedule- school schedules, child schedules, and other job schedules. This is rewarding and fulfilling work for those who are caring and compassionate and looking for a flexible job opportunity. RESPONSIBILITIES *Ensure clients receive their medication on time *Support clients who can’t move on their own *Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc. *Assist clients with physical therapy exercises *Cook meals according to the customer’s restrictions *Help customers with their shopping *Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment *Provide emotional support *Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events *Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency SKILLS *Proven experience as personal care assistant *Committed to health & safety *Able to do housework and cooking *Well-organized and reliable *Excellent communication and people skills *Positive and compassionate attitude *Strong ethics *Physical stamina *CPR certified *Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Medical specialties: Home Health Physical setting: Long term care Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Rotating weekends Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: Overtime pay Experience: Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Work Location: On the road