Miami Jewish Health System Miramar , FL 33023
Posted 2 weeks ago
Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community's seniors and their families..
Title: Personal Care Attendant (Florida PACE Centers)
Job Summary
Performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the Nursing and Therapeutic Recreation staff.
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic nursing assistance to participants as established in department's policies and procedures.( i.e.: toileting, feeding, transportation and bathing when needed)
Documents treatments/procedures, observations, nursing care and participant care activities on appropriate forms per established department guidelines, when needed
Takes assigned participants monthly weight and reports results to PACE dietician
Ensures that resident's/participant's rights are adhered to
Participates in departmental activities, multidisciplinary team meetings, department meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines as needed
Completes monthly training in a timely manner
Assists with monthly outings when assigned
Participates in a structured rotation program that provides cross training for all PCA duties in the PACE program
Job Requirements
Education:
High School Diploma preferred
Graduate of a Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Experience:
3 months clinical experience as a CNA preferred
Minimum one-year experience working with a frail/elderly population
Licenses/Certifications:
Certified by the State of Florida as a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing
Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
Valid Florida Driver's License & Proof of Insurance
Current CPR Certification
Abilities Required
Good communication skills
Ability to speak read and write English and Spanish, knowledge of Creole a plus
Ability to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
Demonstrates a caring attitude toward PACE participants, participants, family members, employees, and other facility guests
Functional Demands
Environment Work Conditions:
Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; bio-hazardous waste; flammable, explosive gas
Must be able to lift/turn participants
Infectious Material Exposure:
Organizational Expectations
Ensures that resident's/patient's rights are adhered to
Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
Able to speak, read and write English
Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
Adheres to the organization's Mission, Vision and Values
Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
Maintains a safe working environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you've ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.
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