Personal Care Assistant (Non Certified)

Position SummaryThe Personal Care Assistant Non Certified is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients (after successful completion of a competency skills checklist) under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentCurrently enrolled in a State approved CNA programCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employmentSpecific Job RequirementsMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etcMaintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care''s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsLift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurseAssist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervisor of a licensed nurseAccurately document and chart patient careRespond to call lights promptlyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2025-11-15