Personal Care Assistant / CNA

A Hiring Company

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 24,796 - 33,062

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A health care provider is looking for a Personal Care Assistant in Pittsburgh. This role involves providing essential personal care services to Participants, assisting with daily living activities, and basic nursing care in accordance with their care plans. The ideal candidate will be responsible for documentation and part-time shifts, and some travel may be required. A full benefits package including PTO and a 401(k) is offered. This position is an entry-level full-time opportunity with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

Must have a valid CNA certification.
Experience in personal care preferred.
Ability to assist with activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

Assist Participants with direct and indirect care needs.
Provide basic nursing care services following approved guidelines.
Complete required documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Bathing

Dressing

Toileting

Eating

Mobility assistance

Medication prompting

Education

CNA certification

Job description

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT/CNA

Salary: $18 - $24 an hour, based on years of relevant experience.

The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting Participants with direct and indirect care needs, including functional and instrumental activities of daily living in the community. The Personal Care Assistant will perform care for Participants primarily within their residence and occasionally within the LIFE Pittsburgh Adult Day Health Centers. They will provide direct care services, as approved and identified on the Participants’ Plan of Care, to include, but not limited to the following ADLs:

Bathing
Dressing
Toileting
Eating
Mobility
Van assist
Medication prompting

They will also provide direct care services, as approved and identified on the Participants’ Plan of Care, to include, but not limited to the following IADLs:

Light housekeeping
Meal preparation
Laundry
Grocery shopping
Companionship

Additionally, the Personal Care Assistant will provide approved basic nursing care services to include, but not limited to, Foley catheter care, applying assistive devices, and assisting with colostomy bags consistent with policies and procedures. The role also requires completing and submitting accurate and timely documentation, including Flow Sheets, Participant Logs, Communication books, etc., within the appropriate timeframe.

Location / Travel Requirements

Positions are based out of Adult Day Health Centers located in North Shore, Allegheny Center, Greentree, and McKees Rocks. Services areas vary based on location. Travel to multiple Participants’ residences throughout a shift is required.

About LIFE Pittsburgh

LIFE Pittsburgh, a growing nonprofit organization with approximately 400 employees, is a community‑based alternative to nursing home care and assisted living. Through the LIFE Pittsburgh program, frail older adults can remain in their own homes and receive a coordinated plan of care that enables them to maintain their independence and enjoy a safe and active life in the community. Our health teams of geriatric physicians and nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation specialists and other health care professionals assess our Participants’ needs and desires, plan and approve services with them and their family or caregiver, monitor for changes and provide timely interventions. Primary care and community services are provided through our Day Health Centers and through our in‑home program according to an individual Participant’s needs.

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