PCA
Posted:
Sunday, 03 August 2025
Valid Thru:
Tuesday, 02 September 2025
Index Requested on:
08/03/2025 13:30:33
Indexed on:
08/03/2025 13:30:33
Location:
Henderson, NV, 89015, US
Industry:
Healthcare
Occupational Category:
31-0000.00 - Healthcare Support
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
PARKWAY is hiring!
Description:
Resident Identification & Safety- Use resident photo card files to confirm identity before:
- Administering care or treatments
- Serving meals or assisting with nutrition
- Use only facility-approved abbreviations when documenting resident information
Observation & Documentation- Document care activities accurately and descriptively in:
- Flow sheets, progress notes, charts, and care logs
- Promptly report:
- Changes in resident condition
- Accidents, injuries, and unusual incidents occurring during the shift
- Any suspected or known unauthorized access to the facility's information systems
Confidentiality & Compliance- Maintain strict confidentiality of all resident care information, including Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Report any suspected or actual breaches of confidentiality, including unauthorized disclosures
- Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property
- Honor and document any resident refusals of care or treatment and notify your supervisor
Resident Personal Care- Provide assistance with daily living activities, including:
- Bathing, oral care, hair and nail care, shaving, and toileting
- Dressing and undressing
- Mobility and repositioning (turning, lifting, transferring)
- Keep residents clean, dry, and comfortable at all times
- Support residents with incontinence care and maintain hygiene
- Provide back rubs, grooming, and other comfort measures as needed
Nutrition & Hydration- Assist with meal set-up and feeding support, including:
- Describing food layout for visually impaired residents
- Monitoring food temperatures and resident preferences
- Perform after-meal care (cleaning face, hands, and clothing; removing trays)
- Refill and sanitize water pitchers each shift, ensuring accessibility for residents
Health Monitoring- Measure and document:
- Vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration)
- Intake and output (I& O)
- Weight and height as instructed
- Observe and report:
- Pressure ulcers, skin breakdowns, or other health concerns
- Bowel movements, including unusual stool characteristics
- Assist with physical exams, lab work prep, and rehabilitative procedures
Mobility & Equipment Use- Assist residents with safe transfers to and from:
- Beds, wheelchairs, bathtubs, commodes, and lifts
- Use only approved equipment you've been trained on
- Report any malfunctioning or unsafe equipment immediately
Resident Interaction & Emotional Support- Maintain a calm, respectful, and friendly demeanor throughout the shift
- Create an environment of warmth and reassurance
- Provide companionship and emotional support as appropriate
- Listen to and report resident concerns, complaints, or changes in mood
Teamwork & Communication- Attend and participate in shift reports and SDMART meetings
- Follow daily care schedules, assignments, and facility policies
- Cooperate with other caregivers, departments, and nursing staff to ensure coordinated care
- Notify management of planned absences or lateness
- Follow exposure control policies for handling blood, body fluids, and infectious materials
Education and Experience- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous experience in caregiving or CNA certification is a plus
Language & Communication Skills- Ability to read and interpret care plans, instructions, policies, and reports
- Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and residents
Mathematical Skills- Basic math skills, including ability to apply simple ratios and percentages in a care setting
Problem Solving & Reasoning- Ability to assess resident needs and respond with sound judgment
- Comfortable with following written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
Technology & Documentation- Basic computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred
Physical Demands- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift residents as needed
- Frequent use of computer systems, phones, and standard care-related equipment
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Work Environment- Moderate noise level in a healthcare setting
- Exposure to emotional situations, resident conditions, and bodily fluids
- Reasonable accommodations will be considered to support accessibility
Additional Information- This job description is not all-inclusive and may be adjusted by management as needed
- Responsibilities may evolve based on resident needs and facility standards
- This role requires compassion, flexibility, and a commitment to quality care
Responsibilities:
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Desired Skills:
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Benefits:
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