In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting-Angels; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels is hiring an In-Home Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support clients across Sanford and surrounding areas. The role focuses on improving quality of life per individualized care plans, with duties ranging from personal care to meal preparation and light housekeeping.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License, car insurance, and a reliable vehicle to transport clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• First Aid and emergency response training provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist with light exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide companionship and support.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during errands.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels of Southern Pines is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Sanford, Southern Pines, Spring Lake, Fort Liberty, Cameron, Bass, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer's care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• Short Shift