Personal Care Assistant-PACE

UnityPoint Health; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health’s UnityPoint Clinic – PACE is seeking a Personal Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant to provide hands-on care to PACE participants in home and community settings. You will assist with ADLs, transfers, meal preparation, and document services under the PACE team.

This full-time role offers benefits, a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekends/holidays, and opportunities for growth within a supportive, values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required or applicable work experience.
• CNA training certification with 75 hours of supervised training or minimum 6 months clinical experience.
• Current CPR and Mandatory Reporter status; valid driver’s license for work-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices.
• Perform light housekeeping related to participant care (laundry, meals, cleaning).
• Assist with meal setup and feeding as needed.
• Accurately document services provided and report incidents promptly.
• Follow infection control and universal precautions.
• Participate in the PCA on-call rotation.

Skills

ADLs assistance

Patient care

CPR certified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA training certification + 75 hours OR 6 months clinical experience

Job description

Overview

UnityPoint Clinic- PACE(Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Personal Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant

Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM + rotating weekends/holidays

Full-time + benefits

The Personal Care Attendant (PCA) provides hands-on personal care and supportive services to PACE participants in their homes and community settings. The PCA supports participants with activities of daily living while promoting safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life under the direction of the PACE interdisciplinary care team.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility

• Provide assistance with transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices

• Perform light housekeeping tasks related to participant care (laundry, meal preparation, cleaning participant areas)

• Assist with meal setup and feeding as needed

• Accurately document services provided and report incidents promptly

• Follow infection control and universal precautions

• Participate in the PCA on call rotation

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma, GED OR applicable work experience.Certification from a nursing assistant training program through classroom and supervised practical training totaling at least 75 hours with 16 hours devoted to supervised practical training OR minimum of six months clinical experience.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Maintains current CPR status Maintains current Mandatory Reporter status Completes 12 hours of related in-services per calendar year. Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.Valid Auto insurance.