Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Description

PURPOSE: To provide daily activities where resident will achieve physical, intellectual, and social activities to reach and maintain the highest level of functioning and quality of life.

EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer (Point Click Care)
Copier
Phone/PA System
Television & VCR/DVD player
Internet (YouTube, Netflix)
Radio/CD Player

Resident Rights
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
Ensure that you treat all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect
Knock before entering the residents room
Report all grievances and complaints made by the resident to the Nurse Supervisor/Licensed Practical Nurse
Report all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of residents property immediately to the Nurse Supervisor
Communicate respectfully and appropriately, respect culture differences among residents and staff

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Maintain a working knowledge of established sanitary and infection control policies and procedures.
Notify Activity Director or Nursing Supervisor of any changes in residents behavior.
Set Up, and lead/perform a variety of small and large group programs with the residents as assigned by the Activity Director.
Assist in planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs/activity calendar.
Provide activities in accordance with the residents preferences which are stated on the activity assessment and care plan.
Work 1:1 with residents who are unable or unwilling to come to planned group activity programs as specified on residents care plan.
Ensure all material and supplies are available for the daily activities.
Escort residents to/from activities, dining room for lunch/dinner after programs are over.
Document daily (group and 1:1) activity participation of all residents
Complete baseline care plans for new residents.
Take and upload resident photos for their medical record
Attend all in-service training as required.
To assist in arranging special programs, special events, and fundraisers within the department and with other departments.
Participate in special dress days (ex. Hawaiian day, wear a special color day, etc.)
Distribute newspapers and mail residents. If needed or the resident requests, agrees you can open and/or read mail to the resident and document.
Write all scheduled activity programs on the daily activity boards.
Maintain cleanliness of activity area, all storage areas, (closets) and office.
Ensures required supplies and materials are available for the assigned programs in a timely manner, prior to the start of programs.
Prepares activities in advance/prior to the time the activity is to begin.
Assist in disturbing monthly activity calendars & birthday signs.
Assist the receptionist with the phone system as needed.
Keep daily information whiteboard current.
Decorate/Undecorated environment for upcoming holiday/season.
Assist volunteers when needed.
Be a team player and have an enthusiastic approach

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess, a minimum, 8th grade education
Desire to work with the geriatric population
Must possess if graduated a High school Diploma or G.E.D.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and the team concept
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of their individuals in the workplace
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with other
Must be willing to perform tasks that may involve exposure to the blood and/or body fluids
Must be willing to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
Must perform all additional tasks assigned to you by supervisor