Personal Care Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Elderhaus At The Lake Is Hiring!

Looking to Make a Difference? In the vibrant hub of Wilmington, NC, Elderhaus at the Lake is a beacon of hope for seniors in New Hanover and eastern Brunswick counties. As a non-profit PACE organization, we empower seniors to live independently at home with comprehensive care.

Join our incredible team dedicated to exceptional patient care. Apply today and make a meaningful difference! Your journey to making a positive impact starts here.

Home Care PCA and CNAs, Fulltime or Part-time

Position Synopsis:

The Certified Nurse Aide or PCA – Home Care provides personal care services to participants of Elderhaus Inc., ensuring their comfort and well-being. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, medication reminders, and performing essential household tasks. This role requires adherence to infection control protocols and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Join our team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our participants!

Essential Duties:

• Provide personal care assistance according to the participant’s care plan, including bathing, grooming, dressing, mouth care, skin and hair care, and ambulation.
• Assist with self-administration of medication through verbal reminders.
• Perform essential household services, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and organizing.
• Report and record changes in the participant’s condition or family situation to Elderhaus staff, and follow the Infection Control Plan using universal precautions and appropriate PPE.
• Comply with federal and state regulations, work with assigned participants as needed, and complete other duties as assigned by the RN-Aide Supervisor or Agency Director.

Education:

High School diploma or GED required.

Successful completion of a Nurse Aide I education program.

Experience

One year of experience providing care for elderly adults preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required Qualifications:

1. Must have no findings of abuse on the NC DHSR Healthcare Registry.

2. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

3. Submission of completed medical form required by NC DHSR.

4. Nationwide and North Carolina criminal background check.

Other Qualifications

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.

2. Has completed a course in delivery of personal care services desired OR has one year experience in a health care setting.

3.Registration with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation, Health Care Personnel Registry as a Certified Nursing Aide I (CNA-I).

Patient Type :

• Geriatric

Benefits

• 403(b)/403(b) Matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Elderhaus offers an equal opportunity for employment or advancement to all qualified applicants or employees, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or genetic information (including family medical history).