PCA

Job Description

• Performs a variety of routine care-giving functions in giving direct and indirect care to residents. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Class I. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Provides resident care services.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living (dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, assisting with meals and menus) according to their service plan.
• Reacts calmly in emergency situations and follows appropriate procedures by notifying on-call staff, physician, family/responsible party, contacting services required for care.
• Accurately fills out incident reports and notifies physician and responsible party and follows-up on final disposition of incident reports.
• Accurately documents on all forms and in charts an issue that arise with residents.
• Provides housekeeping and laundry services.
• Cleans all surfaces thoroughly in each resident apartment and facility according to schedule.
• Reports items in need of repair to maintenance and manager.
• Uses chemicals properly and safely.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and notifies manager when items are needed. Documents housekeeping duties on appropriate form.
• Sorts laundry to prevent damage.
• Washes clothing and linen in proper chemicals and cold temperatures.
• Make residents’ beds as requested. Provides transportation for residents to doctor appointments, shopping and other services.
• Assists with activities as directed by manager.
• Maintains confidentiality while working with confidential matters on a daily basis.
• Provides service direct to residents while maintaining a positive resident relations atmosphere.
• Interacts with medical staff members on a continuous basis.
• Follows safety guidelines and policies for Assisted Living facility and entire Hospital District.

Job qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
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• Skills: Ability to read and write required. Effective oral and written communication skills, the ability to comprehend and follow verbal or written instructions, and a knowledge of residents’ rights.