Caregiver PCA

Altra Homecare of Kokomo; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Flexible schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Altra Homecare of Kokomo is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to deliver in-home care in Rensselaer, IN. You will assist with daily activities, monitor health, provide reminders for medications, and support patient nutrition and mobility under supervision.

We value compassionate individuals with at least 1 year of experience, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. The role offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay in a community-based homecare setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided.
• CPR certification is required.
• Preferred: minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Report significant changes in patient condition to supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Assist patients with ambulation.
• Conduct ROM and simple physical activities.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to care protocols.
• Follow privacy and infection control guidelines.
• Offer bathing assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Documentation

Tools

Driver’s License

Auto Insurance

Job description

Altra Homecare of Kokomo -

Job Title:

Personal Care Assistant

About Us:

Altra Homecare Group is committed to a collaborative approach in delivering personalized care that meets each client's unique needs. We are a community-based, personal service agency dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our patient-first approach, built on strong relationships, drives our mission to meet and exceed the needs of every patient we serve.

What We're Looking For:

Altra Homecare Group is seeking compassionate individuals in Rensselaer, IN to join our team as a Personal Care Assistant. As a PCA, you will be responsible for delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Report significant changes in the patient's condition directly to their supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with patient feeding when required.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Assist patients with ambulation.
• Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to care protocols.
• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer bathing assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided.
• Current CPR certification.
• Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Competitive weekly pay ($13 - $16/hr.)
• Overtime pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Direct Deposit.