Personal Care Assistant

About the role

Help resident to maintain good personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, or grooming).

Check vital signs.

Performs bowel and bladder management assistance.

Maintain a healthful, safe environment.

Plan and prepare nutritious meals.

Market when instructed to do so by the nurse.

Aid with medication management as directed by registered nurse or assigned by a licensed practical nurse.

Aid with rehabilitation processes as needed.

Carry out assignment per home health care plan as instructed by the registered nurse or the paramedical team and report to the registered nurse when unable to perform as requested.

Responsibilities

• Help resident to maintain good personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, or grooming).
• Check vital signs.
• Perform bowel and bladder management assistance.
• Maintain a healthful, safe environment.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Market when instructed to do so by the nurse.
• Aid with medication management as directed by registered nurse or assigned by a licensed practical nurse.
• Aid with rehabilitation processes as needed.
• Carry out assignment per home health care plan as instructed by the registered nurse or the paramedical team and report to the registered nurse when unable to perform as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience.
• Certifications and licensure required by state regulations.
• Completion of a basic aide training program consistent with state and federal requirements and for which a certificate was obtained.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license and a good driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience.
• Required certifications and licensure by state regulations.
• Completed a basic aide training program consistent with state and federal requirements and obtained a certificate.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license and good driving record.

Skills

• Personal care assistance skills.
• Medication management.
• Rehabilitation support.
• Meal preparation and nutrition.
• Vital sign monitoring.
• Safe environment maintenance.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Personalized living experiences for residents.
• Participation in a mission-driven organization.

Pay

$16.25 - $22.34+/hour

Schedule

Hours vary based on department needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Professional development opportunities.

Company Overview

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and serves over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifespace is an equal opportunity employer.