Personal Care Aide/CNA

1910 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17050

Job Description

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.

Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED)

Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position

Assists residents with activities of daily living

Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor

Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts

Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies

Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents

Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information

Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities

Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities

Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals

Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers

Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Must have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable

Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing

Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel

Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor

Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times

Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs

Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics

Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge

Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire

Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner

Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling