Certified Nursing Assistant-San Jose, CA

TEEMA GROUP; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA GROUP in San Jose, CA is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to support older adults in an adult day healthcare setting on a full-time contract lasting approximately 13 weeks.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor vital signs, help with mobility and transfers, escort to appointments, prepare meals, and support social activities. The role requires EMR experience, English fluency, and reliable transportation; shifts run 6:30 AM–6:30 PM.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of personal care experience supporting frail, elderly, or medically vulnerable individuals.
• Experience assisting with ADLs and using EMR.
• Knowledge of vital signs, safe patient handling, and meal service.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse care team.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned work location.
• Flexibility to accommodate schedule changes and additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Measure and document vital signs as instructed and report changes in patient condition.
• Assist with mobility, safe transfers, and boarding or exiting transportation vehicles.
• Provide medical escort support for transportation and appointments as needed.
• Assist with meal preparation, meal service, and feeding.
• Encourage participation in recreational and social activities.
• Maintain clean, organized patient care areas and replenish supplies.
• Document care accurately in electronic medical records.
• Work closely with nursing, nutrition, activities, and home care teams.
• Follow infection control, safety, and patient confidentiality procedures.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Reliability

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDPH HHA or CNA certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) – Adult Day Healthcare

San Jose, CA 95125 | Onsite | Full-Time Contract

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors! We are seeking a compassionate, dependable Personal Care Assistant to support older adults in a welcoming adult day healthcare setting.

Contract: Approximately 13 weeks

Shift Availability: Must be available for shifts scheduled between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM

What You’ll Do

Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.

Measure and document vital signs as instructed and report changes in patient condition.

Assist with mobility, safe transfers, and boarding or exiting transportation vehicles.

Provide medical escort support for transportation and appointments as needed.

Assist with meal preparation, meal service, and feeding.

Encourage participation in recreational and social activities.

Maintain clean, organized patient care areas and replenish supplies.

Document care accurately in electronic medical records.

Work closely with nursing, nutrition, activities, and home care teams.

Follow infection control, safety, and patient confidentiality procedures.

Required Qualifications

At least 1 year of personal care experience supporting frail, elderly, or medically vulnerable individuals.

Experience assisting with ADLs and using electronic medical records (EMR).

Knowledge of vital signs, safe patient handling, and meal service.

Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.

Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse care team.

Reliable transportation to the assigned work location.

Flexibility to accommodate schedule changes and additional hours as needed.

Education & Certifications

High school diploma or equivalent, OR California CDPH Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Preferred Experience

Experience in adult day healthcare, assisted living, senior care, or home health, including patient transfers, transportation assistance, and engagement activities.