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Personal Care Aide (PCA) Full Time, First Shift

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Hourly Wage: $15.00 /hr. to start - $16.00 after 90 days Benefits: $1.00 raise after 90 days of employment 9 Paid Holidays 3 Weeks and 1 Day of Paid Time Off Accrued from the Date of Hire for Full-Time Employees Medical, Dental, & Vision Free Life and AD&D Insurance Plan Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Short Term Disability Insurance Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouses, and Dependents Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Retirement Plan with Up to 5K Matching Annually / Vesting Schedule (Pre-taxable Savings) Job Summary: At LIFE-NWPA, our PCA’s play a crucial role in the care of our participants as they provide personal care and assistance in the center or from the comfort of their homes. PCA’s must want to make a difference in seniors’ lives by working with the interdisciplinary care team to implement and carry out services and activities to proactively meet the needs of our participants. 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Must have the cognitive ability to process and perform tasks for Participant safety. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED CPR and First Aid Certification One year of experience working with the frail and elderly population or willing to complete Company paid training to meet this requirement Requirements: Requires valid State driver’s license with a clean driving record. Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, TB Screening Physical Requirements: Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 25 pounds Must be able to assist with the evacuation of Participants This position may encounter issues/infestations in the homes of the Participants. Following proper protocols is essential. Our organizations provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The OSC family of businesses will only hire qualified individuals to work in a federally funded healthcare program. Please note that this excludes anyone convicted of a crime that could jeopardize the safety and well-being of the frail senior population that OSC/LIFE-NWPA/MVP/CBP serves. All individuals must disclose any conflicts of interest upon applying for a position and agree to a thorough background check when an employment offer is extended. Employment Requirements: Successful completion of Pennsylvania Criminal History Check, PA DHS Child Abuse Clearance, Office of Inspector General check, and FBI Fingerprinting for Child Protective Services Law (at employer’s expense). Successful completion of post-offer employment drug screening and physical (at employer’s expense). CPR and First Aid Certification, or willing to obtain at employer’s expense. Individuals must have one year of prior experience caring for the frail elderly or willing to complete Company paid training to meet this requirement. This position has full access to Participant, program, and staff records and reports, requiring discretion to protect individuals and the program.

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Job Description

VNA Alliance is a community-based, non-profit, Medicare certified home health agency based in Meadville, PA. VNA Alliance currently serves Crawford, Mercer, and portions of Venango county and offers skilled nursing, palliative care, and therapy services. In addition to the mentioned, VNA Alliance offers additional medical services and implemented a Safe at Home program that is a clinical pathway to optimize outcomes in the acute care and home health care setting. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well! The LPN works under the guidance of the RN as a member of a team to give direct nursing care to patients with the policy of VNA Alliance. The activities of the LPN are based on the employee's education, preparation, and experience

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Clinical Supervisor Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of state-approved school with course in pharmacology Current license in the State of Pennsylvania Minimum of two [2] years' experience in patient care Reliable, independent means of transportation to make home visits. Drivers must have a valid driver's license and drive a vehicle with insurance limits as established by the state.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Skills

Implements and evaluates all skilled and technical patient care activities designed by the admitting and or primary RN

Implements the nursing care plan under the direction of the RN

Administers prescribed medications [must have training in pharmacology and demonstrated competence in medication administration]. See Medication Administration Policy

Performs specific treatments as ordered by the physician under the supervision of the RN

Participates in patient/family teaching activities

Documentation Completes required documentation for ongoing services on the day of the visit and submits it to the office daily. All documentation must be submitted by 9:00 am on the day following the last day of the month

Updates the medication sheets on an ongoing basis

Addresses all areas of the skilled nurses note at each visit

Updates clinical information on primary assigned patients at each visit

If patient complains of pain, completes a comprehensive pain assessment

Completes insurance authorization requests and provides the information to the person responsible for insurance authorizations in a timely manner

Documents all communications on the MD/care coordination form

Communication Reports any changes in the patient's condition to the supervising RN

Interacts with field staff, patients, families, physicians, other health disciplines, agencies, insurance companies, hospitals, labs, employers, government agencies and representatives as necessary

Adheres to all policies set forth in the Nurse Practice Act to maintain safe clinical practice

Maintains confidentiality of patient information

Coordinates physician ordered patient care activities with the Clinical Supervisor

Precepting & Training Instructs, counsels, monitors, and evaluates newly hired staff members or trainees during the new hire or trainee's orientation period to new position

In collaboration with the new hire or trainee, the employee plans and implements a teaching plan and then evaluates the new hire or trainee's progress based on mutually agreed upon orientation goals on an ongoing basis.

Assists in planning, presenting, evaluating, and revising Concordia's staff development activities and educational content

Corporate Compliance

VNA Alliance, Board of Directors, CEO/President, Associate Director, Supervisor and employees all advocate the highest standards in ethical behavior, quality service, fair dealing and accuracy in everything that Alliance does. Each employee must understand these standards in every area related to the employee's work. VNA Alliance's goal is to operate at the highest level of quality in all service areas.

Professional Standards Protects patient privacy and confidentiality by being discreet and professional in sharing

information on a need-to-know basis B. Adheres to all policies set forth in the Nurse Practice Act and maintains a professional standard of conduct, projecting a positive image of the agency C. Complies with infection control and safety policies and procedures D. Serves as a role model for all staff E. Adheres to all policies and practices of the agency to maintain established Standards of Care

Professional Development Attends a minimum of one [1] continuing education seminar annually related to clinical and/or

regulatory issues Seeks clinical collaboration in new and/or unfamiliar care areas

Participates in staff meetings, care conferences, education training and the OBQI program as appropriate

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Workplace Wellness 403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Life Insurance Policy Direct Deposit Tuition Reimbursement Program Vacation/PTO Paid Holidays Competitive Wages Referral Program Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses Funeral Leave Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program EOE Benefits and Wages may vary based on location.

Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.

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Pay Type Hourly

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