Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in McDonough GA

Responsibilities:

Assist client with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as feedings, diaper changes, bathing, emergency response, safety and communication management

Monitor and observe the client for any changes in condition such as but not limited to

o Vital signs

o Neurological

o Respiratory

Adhere to the Nursing Care Plan

Remind the primary caregiver when to administer client medication if needed

Inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the patients’ condition or needs

Perform documentation of the client's progress while on shift

Light housekeeping

Qualifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the state of Georgia

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Qualifications require a GA-Registered CNA

I. successful completion of a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program pursuant to the requirements of 42 CFR Part 483, Subpart D, as revised or recodified, if applicable; or

II. successful completion of a competency examination for nurse aides recognized by the department; or

III. successful completion of a health care or personal care credentialing program recognized and approved by the department; or

IV. successful completion or progress in the completion of a 40-hour training program provided by a private home care provider, which addresses at least the following areas:

a. Ambulation and transfer of clients, including positioning;

b. Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, dental care, dressing, and eating;

c. Basic first aid and CPR;

d. Caring for clients with special conditions and needs so long as the services are within the scope of the tasks authorized to be performed by demonstration;

e. Home management;

f. Home safety and sanitation;

g. Infection control in the home;

h. Medically related activities to include the taking of vital signs; and

i. Proper nutrition - Completion the orientation training

5 years Personal Care experience

Infant and toddler pediatric experience

NG-Tube care experience

Ability to read and write English

Ability to work independently and follow instructions

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 28 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years of pediatric caregiver experience do you have?
• Do you have NG-Tube care experience?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• First Aid CPR AED (Required)

Location:

• McDonough, GA 30252 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• McDonough, GA 30252 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15