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Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Sweet Homemaker
CareConnect • Stonington, CT 06378 • Posted 4 days ago
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CareConnect is seeking Certified Home Health Aides to provide exceptional care to clients in various locations in New London, CT. The role involves personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, assisting with mobility and transfers, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. This position is ideal for compassionate individuals dedicated to improving the lives of patients in their homes.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care to patients in their homes, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients.
- Administer medications as directed by health care professionals.
- Monitor vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical personnel.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
Qualifications
Required
- Certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the importance of patient confidentiality.
- Ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or equivalency
- Demonstrated adequate literacy and simple arithmetic skills
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Able to read and write at a 5th grade level
- Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, valid car insurance (insurance card)
Preferred
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or patients requiring home care
Full Job Description
We're looking for certified home health aides in various locations in New London County, CT and Middlesex County, CT to be at the heart of our client's care. As a Personal Care Assistant with Sweet Homemaker you will provide exceptional care that our clients rely on to stay safe at home. Become a part of the reason we are a national leader in home care!
Duties:
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or patients requiring home care is preferred.
- Provide personal care to patients in their homes, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients.
- Administer medications as directed by health care professionals.
- Monitor vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical personnel.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
Qualifications:
- You NEED to be a Certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the importance of patient confidentiality.
- Ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or equivalency
- Demonstrated adequate literacy and simple arithmetic skills
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Able to read and write at a 5th grade level
- Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, valid car insurance (insurance card)
If you are a compassionate individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality care to patients in their homes, we would love to hear from you. Join our team of dedicated home health aides and make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Benefits:
- PTO and Sick time
- Referral Program
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