Compassionate Patient Care Assistant | Flexible Home Care

Visiting-Angels; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Continuing Education

Job summary

Visiting Angels in Naperville seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support seniors in the local area with compassionate in-home care. The role involves mobility assistance, meal prep, personal hygiene, and companionship.

The role offers opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer’s care and a chance to grow professionally while making a real difference in families’ lives in Naperville and nearby communities.

Qualifications

• Passion to serve others and provide compassionate care.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Respectful and compassionate demeanor.
• Good time management skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ethics.
• Physical endurance.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (appointments, walks).
• Must be willing to assist clients with personal care and hygiene, including bathing, brushing hair and teeth, skincare.
• Help clients with routine exercises.
• Plan and prepare meals with client assistance.
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion.
• Report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.

Skills

Compassionate care

Emergency response

First aid

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Ethics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Visiting Angels in Naperville seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support seniors in the local area with compassionate in-home care. The role involves mobility assistance, meal prep, personal hygiene, and companionship.

The role offers opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer’s care and a chance to grow professionally while making a real difference in families’ lives in Naperville and nearby communities.