Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Job summary:The PCA is a non-skilled worker that may possess a certificate of training either formally (i.e., Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or in-house formal training; competency and assessment by an experienced RN, licensed by the state of South Carolina or an experienced LPN, with at least 3 years of experience). The training and supervisory will be under the direction of an RN. There will be subsequent supervisory assessments of PCA services 30 days after initiation of services; then at least every 90 days thereafter, one of which the PCA must be present in the home.Primary Functions of Job:To service elderly and/or disabled adults and children. Under no circumstances will any type skilled medical service be performed by a PCA.Essential job functions:Support for activities of daily living*eating*bathing (bed bath, bench shower, sink/sponge bath)*personal grooming including dressing*personal hygiene*provide necessary skincare*meal planning and preparation*assisting clients in and out of bed*repositioning clients as necessary*assisting with ambulation*toileting and maintaining continenceHome Support*cleaning*laundry*shopping*home safety*errandsThe PCA will also monitor the client's condition. The PCA is able to carry out the type of monitoring that would be done by a family member (i.e., apparent changes in condition). The PCA is not responsible for giving a client medication; however, the PCA is able to remind the client of times and hand the medicine container to the client.Minimum requirementsThe PCA must meet the following minimum qualifications:*High School diploma or GED equivalent*Able to read, write and communicate effectively with the client and supervisor*Able to use the Care Call IVR system*Capable of assisting with activities of daily living*capable of following a care plan with minimal supervision*Have valid driver's license/reliable means of transportation.*At least 18 years of age*Passed competency testing or successfully completed a competency training and evaluation program performed by an RN or LPN prior to providing services*Other training, as required by SCDHHS and/or Medicaid Scope of Services for Personal Care II and HASCI Attendant Care, SCDDSN, and Veterans Affairs.Abilities required:Must be fully ambulatory and physically capable of assisting with the activities of daily living, as outline above.Disclaimer