Compassionate Personal Care Aide - Flexible Shifts & PTO

Primacare; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision insurance

FSA

401k match

PTO from day one

Disability & Life Insurance

Career development

Job summary

Portage Lakes Nursing & Rehab in Akron, OH is seeking a caring Personal Care Aide to join our dedicated nursing team. You will assist residents with daily living activities, help with mobility, and provide personalized support to create a safe, dignified living environment for our residents.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma and at least 1 year in healthcare; certifications such as PCA/STNA or CPR/BLS are preferred. Shifts include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in healthcare or related care setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication, and time-management.
• Certifications: Active PCA or STNA, CPR/BLS preferred.
• Requirements: Able to lift, stand, transfer residents and work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, and meal setup.
• Welcome new residents and help them acclimate to the facility.
• Support resident mobility, positioning, and transfers between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs.
• Build trusting relationships with residents and respond to questions and call lights promptly.
• Monitor well-being and report changes to the nursing team.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe living areas.
• Respond to urgent situations and report safety concerns to nursing leadership.
• Collaborate with nursing, admin, and therapy staff to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Portage Lakes Nursing & Rehab in Akron, OH is seeking a caring Personal Care Aide to join our dedicated nursing team. You will assist residents with daily living activities, help with mobility, and provide personalized support to create a safe, dignified living environment for our residents.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma and at least 1 year in healthcare; certifications such as PCA/STNA or CPR/BLS are preferred. Shifts include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.