What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at Travel Nurses, Inc.?
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Help with light housekeeping tasks, such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning
- Escort clients to appointments and social outings
- Administer medication reminders as directed by healthcare professionals
- Monitor and report any changes in client's condition to the appropriate personnel
- Follow care plans and instructions provided by supervisors
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Reliable transportation to travel to client's homes
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the specific needs of the client.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Adult day care facility
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16
