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Joynus Care, Inc.
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Spanish
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$28,270 / year median in Georgia
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Job description Personal Care Assistant is trained in health-related services. PCA's help cares for the physically ill, disabled individuals in a variety of settings. PCA's are under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the staff nurse, RN Supervisor; the nature of the direction and supervision required varies by State and job setting. Responsibilities Maintain a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for patients Knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for patients Dress patients according to their needs, ranging from minimal assistance to totally dependent Bathe patients using bed baths, tub baths, or showers Prepare, serve, and collect food trays; feed patients who are physically unable to feed themselves Toilet patients and assist with bedpans and urinals; may also help transport patients to the bathroom and provide incontinent care Record patient vital signs Make beds and change linens Ensure that non-ambulatory patients are turned regularly, to ensure comfort and to prevent bedsores Lift, move, and transport patients using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention Maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate equipment and machines used in the performance of this job (mechanical lifts, shower equipment, adjustable chairs/ beds, etc.) Provide catheter care by emptying and recording intake and output Report all changes of patients, physical and mental, to the supervisor Complete daily documentation on the care provided to each patient concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms Accept reassignment as needed to provide necessary care for all patients Medication reminders, assistance Respect cultural and religious practices of patients Qualification requirements Complete required orientation Valid Driver's license Pass Criminal Background check Pass Drug Screen Test Must pass TB Test ID, SSC, Emergency Contacts CPR/First Aid Certified GA CNA License ( if applicable) Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may involve lifting up to 100 pounds Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry patients Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles over time without fatigue Ability to stand for extended periods Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit, and reach Fine motor skills Visual acuity