Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
Provides for the personal care needs of the client as designated on the client’s care plan and within the Personal Care Aide (PCA) Scope of Practice (e.g., assists the client with bathing, toileting, incontinence care, getting dressed, eating, performing oral hygiene care, hair care or other personal hygiene care) as per their care plan.
Assist clients with mobility support (e.g., help the client get in and out of bed, assist with walking, including ...
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Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
Provides for the personal care needs of the client as designated on the client’s care plan and within the Personal Care Aide (PCA) Scope of Practice (e.g., assists the client with bathing, toileting, incontinence care, getting dressed, eating, performing oral hygiene care, hair care or other personal hygiene care) as per their care plan.
Assist clients with mobility support (e.g., help the client get in and out of bed, assist with walking, including the use of canes, walkers and/or wheelchairs) using appropriate techniques as required.
Assists clients with self-administration of medications by providing reminders, prompting and queuing as needed.
Performs household duties (e.g., light housekeeping, laundry, make and change beds, preparing meals, grocery shopping and routine errands as per client’s care plan.
Maintains a safe and clean home environment for the client.
Always monitors and ensures the safety of the client. Follows safety protocols and infection control measures.
Utilizes equipment, personal protective equipment (face masks, eye protection, gloves, protective gowns, shoe covers) and other supplies appropriately.
Documents services completed on appropriate forms and electronically in accordance with Stafkings policies and procedures.
Records and reports changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance to Stafkings supervising RN in a timely manner.
Reports changes in the client’s home environment/safety issues (e.g., loose floor tile or frayed lamp cord) to their Stafkings’ office in a timely manner.
Submits completed documentation to Stafkings within established time parameters.
Takes initiative in performance of assigned work requiring minimal supervision.
Provides quality services as demonstrated by thoroughness in completion of assigned tasks.
Completes a minimum of six (6) hours of continuing education/in-services each year.
Maintains compliance with all employment and health requirements.
Completes an annual skills assessment.
Works as a team player and provides a pleasant environment to clients in their home.
Protects client information and only releases information to the permitted parties as per Stafkings policies and procedures.
Demonstrates a high degree of commitment to customer service.
Encourage independence related to self-care.
Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
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