Personal Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant (South Central, MI)

A More Meaningful Career

Right at Home is seeking compassionate and caring individuals who want more than just a job, we hire individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of those in their care. When you join the Right at Home team, you'll be surrounded by individuals who are committed, person centered, and dedicated to caring for our clients.

If you are ready for a meaningful career improving the lives of seniors, apply to become a Right at Home caregiver today.

Provides various personal care and related paraprofessional services in accordance with an established plan of care. Provides for the personal needs and comfort of patients in their homes. This position has more qualifications than the Personal Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant.

Benefits of Working for Right at Home

• Flexible Hours — We offer flexible full or part time hours
• On-going training and continuing education through Right at Home University
• Paid Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Caregiver of the Month/Year Reward Programs
• Rewarding Career — Join a great atmosphere with a dedicated team who enjoy improving the life of others
• Retirees and all ages are encouraged to apply
• 24 Hour Caregiver Support
• Alzheimer Association caregiver support groups, Hospice support groups and coping training

Essential Functions

1. Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to):

• Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair)
• Ambulation
• Eating
• Dressing
• Shaving

2. Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions.

3. Performs patient-specific activities. These could include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
• Measuring and preparing special diets
• Taking vital signs
• Performing errands and/or providing transportation
• Application of an external catheter

4. Performs homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate.
2. One year experience as a Personal Care Assistant in healthcare (in homes or facilities).
3. Successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State Licensing Law for home health agencies.
4. Current CPR Certificate is recommended.
5. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
6. Possess a valid driver’s license and have use of an insured automobile.