CNA/PCA | Part Time | 7a-3p/3p-11p

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC is seeking a dedicated Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) in Suffolk, VA. You will provide quality care, assist residents with daily activities, and support a safe, respectful living environment.

Responsibilities include reporting incidents to nursing staff, participating in activity planning, and maintaining confidentiality. A state-approved PCA program and CPR/First Aid certification are required, with a willingness to obtain certification within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
• Must be a contributing member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs.
• Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents with proper body mechanics.
• Must wear designated uniform during working hours, including name badge.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Must represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
• Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents.
• Report incidents and care concerns to RNs, ED, or appropriate personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of all policies and procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and daily tasks.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed (beds, apartments, common areas, dining room).
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Remain calm and competent during emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Follow confidentiality policies for resident information.
• Assist residents to and from dining room and activities.
• Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
• Monitor ill residents and report status to appropriate staff.
• Communicate status, appointments, admissions, and transfers in writing and verbally.
• Assist new residents with move-in transition and provide emotional support.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Resident care

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.* Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED)* Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position* Assists residents with activities of daily living* Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor* Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts* Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies* Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents* Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information* Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities* Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities* Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals* Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers* Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support* Other duties as assignedRequirements:* Must have a High School Diploma or GED* Must have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable* Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing* Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel* Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor* Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times* Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time* Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs* Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics* Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge* Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire* Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner* Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays Pay Range: $16/hr - $17.50/hr