PCA Paid Training Class Provided with Job - The Palms of Largo

Position:                           Personal Care Attendant

Reports to:                       Director of Nursing

FSLA Classification:        Non-exempt

Summary

Provides assigned residents with routine personal care in accordance with care standards and as directed by supervisor.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

1. Promotes and communicates Legendary Service and honors and upholds the mission of the organization.
2. Responsible for acting and responding in a professional manner.
3. Assist residents with Daily Living Activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transfer, ambulation, toileting and other resident needs under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.
4. Ensure the following tasks are completed on a daily basis: beds are made; trash has been removed from the room, that meals are served to residents and maintain a high level of hygiene in the room.
5. Carries out Health Center department duties on a regular basis, acting within the reasonable scope of practice for a Personal Care Attendant.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
7. Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with the company and its communities.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, personnel, and the general public. Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility. Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

- Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.

- High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

- Successful completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide or Personal Care Assistant course as required by state law.

- Current CPR certificate.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements.

Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Position:                           Personal Care Attendant

Reports to:                       Director of Nursing

FSLA Classification:        Non-exempt

Summary

Provides assigned residents with routine personal care in accordance with care standards and as directed by supervisor.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

1.       Promotes and communicates Legendary Service and honors and upholds the mission of the organization.

2.       Responsible for acting and responding in a professional manner.

3.       Assist residents with Daily Living Activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transfer, ambulation, toileting and other resident needs under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.

4.       Ensure the following tasks are completed on a daily basis: beds are made; trash has been removed from the room, that meals are served to residents and maintain a high level of hygiene in the room.

5.       Carries out Health Center department duties on a regular basis, acting within the reasonable scope of practice for a Personal Care Attendant.

6.      Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

7.       Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with the company and its communities.

8.       Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, personnel, and the general public. Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility. Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

- Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.

- High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

- Successful completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide or Personal Care Assistant course as required by state law.

- Current CPR certificate.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements.

Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.

Platinum Service®

Platinum Service® is characterized by a high level of responsiveness delivered in a flawless, timely and caring way. Employees commit to providing courteous, responsive, and quality service to our residents by following the principles of our Platinum Service® program.

Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.