A Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides essential, direct daily care to patients in hospitals, clinics, or nursing homes under the supervision of nursing staff. They assist with activities of daily living—such as bathing, feeding, and dressing—monitor vital signs, move patients, and maintain safe, clean environments to support patient recovery. Skima AI +2Key Responsibilities
- Direct Patient Care: Assisting with hygiene (bathing, toileting), dressing, grooming, and feeding.
- Clinical Monitoring: Taking and recording vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature) and reporting changes to nurses.
- Mobility Support: Helping patients transfer, walk, or reposition to prevent bedsores.
- Environmental Maintenance: Changing bed linens, cleaning equipment, and maintaining a tidy room.
- Support Services: Transporting patients via wheelchair, collecting specimens, and assisting with medical procedures. Apollo Homecare +5
Qualifications and Skills
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent is generally required.
- Certification: Often requires CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification or completion of a PCA program.
- Skills: Strong communication, compassion, patience, and physical stamina for lifting.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is frequently required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹17,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
