PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT (PCA) - THE KEMPTON OF ROCK HILL
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Liberty CaresWith CompassionLiberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced:We are currently seeking an experienced:PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT (PCA)PRNJob Summary:* Assists residents with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and ADL's as needed during shift.* Changes linen on beds with bath schedule and/or PRN.* Takes and records vital signs per policy and/or as directed.* Assist CNA's with needed tasks.* Turns residents while in bed per Facility policy.* Repositions residents while out of bed per Facility policy.* Assists with oral hygiene including denture care when getting up in the morning, after meals, at bedtime, and/or when needed.* Answers call bells promptly following Facility policy.* Completes patient care records at end of shift, including accurate I and O.* At the end of month, fill in Patient Observation Records and Activity Attendance Records for the next month.* Collects urine or stool specimens as directed.* Gives enemas as directed.* Keeps patient unit/halls clean and neat.* Keeps bedside tables, chest of drawers, and closets clean, neat and organized. (Including clothing)* Cares for and cleans nursing equipment. (BP equipment, thermometers, etc.)* Follows restraint policy, including release.* Assists with post-mortem care when needed.* Assures residents have fresh ice water by refilling pitchers with ice and/or water at least once every shift.* Cleans water pitchers, cups, bedpans, urinals per schedules.* Rinses personal clothing, sheets, etc. if soiled before placing in appropriate laundry barrel.* Assists residents with bedpan or urinal.* Empties catheter bags at end of shift and records output on appropriate record.* Assists with rehabilitation programs such as bowel and bladder retraining, grooming, etc. and always charting on Rehabilitation sheet every shift.* Assists charge nurse with resident needs and treatments as directed.* Keeps a clean towel and a clean washcloth for each patient in bathrooms as all times. (Replaces immediately when used.).* Empties incontinent pad barrel and linen containers every shift and replaces plastic bags in containers.* Reports at end of shift to oncoming CNA's.* Understands and agree to follow policy of no transfers until Certified. Agrees to obtain assistance from a CNA assigned to assist the Care assistant with tasks they are not comfortable or trained to perform and with ALL transfers.Job Requirements:* Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.* Must be a graduate of a NA1 training program. Must have passed the program and must pass state test within 4 months from completion.* Must be willing to care for geriatric patients and have a genuine concern for their welfare.* Must be willing to receive, understand, and follow orders.* Must be willing to work and cooperate well with other nursing staff, other departments, and families and visitors.* Must be kind and respectful to patients, staff, and visitors.* Must be able to use equipment without jeopardizing the safety of self, others, or equipment and use supplies safely and economically.* Wears approved colored dress uniform, or approved colored top and natural colored hose, white nonporous (leather) shoes and nametag.* Demonstrates neat appearance and good personal hygiene.* Must read, know, and follow personnel, department, and Facility policies and procedures.* Must attend in service training and other staff meetings as required.Visit www.libertyseniorliving.com for more information.Background checks/drug-free workplace.EOE.PI42c49eb69926-37395-#######4