Job Description - Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Position: Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Supervisor: Qualified Professional
Responsibilities: Providing cares as stated in the care plan and in accordance with Department of Human
Resources (DHS) standards.
Qualifications:
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Must be 18 years of age (applicants 16-17 will be considered)
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Must pass a background study required by DHS
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Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
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Must be able to do repeated bending and stooping as needed to meet clients needs
PCAs May do the Following:
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Transfers
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Dressing, grooming, bathing, skin cares
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Bowl and bladder cares
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Range of motion
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Respiratory cares after being trained
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Assistance with meals
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Light cleaning in relation to cares provided
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Redirection, monitoring and supervising
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PCA may accompany client outside the home
PCAs may Not do the following:
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May not dose medications
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May not perform sterile or invasive procedure, inject fluids or deal with infections
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May not bring anyone to work with them
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May not be responsible for anyone other than the client
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