PCA

JOB SUMMARY
As a PCA, you will work with our clients in their homes, helping them with domestic tasks and housekeeping, could also entail personal hygiene as needed, according to their requirements and limitations. You will provide compassionate care and assistance and document clients progress to help ensure their overall wellbeing.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Travel to clients homes, arriving on time.
Greet clients in a warm, professional manner and be considerate of personal preferences..
Understand the limitations and needs of each individual client.
Provide basic domestic services e.g. meal prep, laundry, housekeeping according to POC.
Provide companionship and engage in conversation with the clients.
Run errands for the client, as needed. Keep receipts for patient and company.
Assist with mobility issues, helping client get in and out of bed, wheelchair, etc. if on POC.
Help with personal hygiene e.g. brushing teeth, toileting, bathing. Follow POC.
Assist with all daily activities, based on clients limitations and needs and POC directions.
Provide caring and positive presence for the client.
Document/log clients progress and overall well being for daily reports.
Must follow proper MSDS protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current certificate in first aide and CPR.
Valid drivers license, reliable automobile, and current auto insurance required.
Minimum one year of experience working in healthcare setting preferred.
One year experience working in home healthcare environment is strongly preferred.
Experience in domestic work or housekeeping is a plus.
Good communication skills, written and verbal, and excellent conversational skills.
Able to lift heavy objects, help move clients, and perform physical tasks.
Patience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Prompt and reliable.
Warm and caring personality. Commitment to treating clients with dignity and respect.

LINE OF AUTHORITY
Reports to Clinical Manager, RNs

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes. Travels to/from patient homes, stores, restaurants.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS
Supervised by Clinical Manager, RNs

RISK EXPOSURE
High risk

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care.