Patient Care Assistant

Job Purpose

Responsible for assisting the patient and patient caregiver with personal hygiene needs to increase the level of comfort of the patient.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provides optimal comfort care, dignity and privacy for the patient.
• Follows procedures for handling medical emergencies or other incidents that affect the delivery of service in accordance with the Care Plan.
• Reports patient progress and problems to supervisory personnel.
• Assists with home management to include light housekeeping, laundry and changing linens.
• Maintains a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the patient.
• Assists with meal preparation and related tasks as indicated by the Care Plan.
• Assists with patient transfer, ambulation and exercise of patients as directed by the Care Plan.
• Provides personal hygiene to patients including bathing, shaving, oral hygiene, skin care, dressing, toileting, and hair care.
• Provides patient care services in accordance with PruittHealth Family First policies and procedures and as directed by the Care Plan.
• Coordinates care with the Registered Nurse (RN) and / or Executive Director.
• Maintains accurate and current records of visits.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

Minimum Education Required :

Certificate of completion of a state recognized Home Care Aide Training Program (20 hours) and supervised clinical practice (20 hours). Successful completion of nurse aide credentialing or competency evaluation recognized by the state of Georgia is also acceptable.

Minimum Experience Required :

One (1) years of experience working with adults in a healthcare setting.

Minimum Licensure / Certification Required by Law :

Proof of basic first aid during training and current CPR certification. Valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance.

Additional Qualifications :

(Preferred qualifications) Home care experience is desirable.

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