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Seven Healthcare

CNA - Long Term Care

Silver City, NM · On-site

$537.84/wk

Ref. 62978530 CNA - Long Term Care $537.84 per week * Location: Silver City, NM * Type: Travel * Schedule: 3x12 Days * Time: 15 Weeks "`html Job Title: CNA - Long Term Care - Travel Location: Silver ...

Concentric Healthcare

CNA - Long Term Care

Bad Axe, MI · On-site

CNA - Long Term Care Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/ LNA) Bad Axe, Michigan Travel Concentric is currently seeking candidates in Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/ LNA) profession with focus in ...

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Hudson House

Patient Care Assistant

Aurora, MO · On-site

$12.25 - $16.75/hr

Previous experience working in a healthcare or long-term care setting. * Additional certifications such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA). * Familiarity with electronic ...

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What is the difference between Long Term Care Assistant vs Personal Support Worker?

AspectLong Term Care AssistantPersonal Support Worker
CertificationsTypically requires a recognized health care aide or assistant certificateOften requires a PSW certificate or equivalent
Work EnvironmentLong-term care facilities, nursing homes, assisted livingHome care, community settings, long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, government-funded programsHome care agencies, healthcare providers, community services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles in elder care and assistanceSimilar roles with broader community and home-based care

Both Long Term Care Assistants and Personal Support Workers provide essential care to individuals in need, especially seniors. While their certifications and work environments overlap significantly, Long Term Care Assistants are more commonly found in institutional settings like nursing homes, whereas Personal Support Workers often work in home and community settings. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job opportunity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a long term care assistant?

To thrive as a Long Term Care Assistant, you generally need a certificate or diploma in health care assistance, basic knowledge of patient care, and understanding of infection control practices. Familiarity with care documentation systems, mobility aids, and basic medical equipment is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication are standout soft skills for building trust and supporting residents’ well-being. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering safe, respectful, and effective care to individuals with chronic health needs.

What is a long term care assistant?

Long Term Care Assistants are healthcare professionals who support elderly or disabled individuals living in care facilities or at home. They assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, and personal hygiene. In addition to providing physical care, they also offer companionship and emotional support to clients. Long Term Care Assistants often work under the supervision of nurses or other healthcare providers and play a vital role in maintaining the overall well-being and dignity of those in their care.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by long term care assistants and how can they be managed?

Long Term Care Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple residents’ needs simultaneously and supporting individuals with diverse physical or cognitive limitations. Emotional resilience is important, as forming close relationships with residents can make it difficult when their health declines. Effective communication with healthcare teams and families, as well as ongoing training in patient care techniques, helps manage these challenges and ensures high-quality care. Building strong teamwork and time management skills also contributes to a supportive work environment.
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Infographic showing various Long Term Care Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Alden Court Nursing & Rehab Center Resident Care Assistant

Southcoast Long Term Care Services

Fairhaven, MA • On-site

$19 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Alden Court Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center

Resident Care Assistant

Reports to: Registered/Licensed Nursing Personnel, Nursing Supervisor Department:

All shifts available 7-3:30pm, 3-11:30pm, 11p-7:30am

Part time or Full time

Facility will assist with C.N.A. certification


Position Summary

The Resident Care Assistant (RCA) works under the direction and supervision of the healthcare team by providing direct and indirect resident care, such as cleaning, moving residents, assists with personal care and feeding, and doing clerical duties. This rewarding, entry-level opportunity offers support to long-term care residents and individuals with disabilities during this crisis and beyond. The RCA serve shoulder-to-shoulder with health care worker heroes and gain training and experience on the job. RCA receive on-the-job experience that can lead to becoming Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs). Required safety competency training in infection control, universal precautions, and personal care services is provided free of charge to the RCA prior to hiring.

Responsibilities

Safe Environment

  • Follows proper infection control procedures 100% of the time, including:
    • Handwashing
    • Proper putting on and taking off Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the facility
  • Ensures safe environment and safe patient experience
  • Effectively communicates with patients
  • Maintains patient confidentiality
  • Utilizes appropriate patient identification methods when providing direct care
  • Follows abuse reporting requirements
  • Provides close monitoring and observation of at-risk patients
  • Demonstrates safe patient handling and transfers
  • Effectively communicates patient observations to the nurse
  • Reports changes in patient health outcomes, as defined by the institution policy
  • Completes designated care tasks timely
Direct Care
  • Maintains patient dignity and rights, and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural diversity
  • Ensures clean patient living environment
  • Assist with safe patient mobility including use of gait belt, wheelchair, mechanical-lift, and other assistive devices
  • Assist with repositioning/pressure-relief for at-risk patients
  • Ensures patient cleanliness through help with hygiene and elimination care
  • Assist with patient nutritional needs, including feeding and adherence to specified dietary orders


  • Assist with patient care procedures under direct supervision of a registered/licensed nurse as defined by the institution policy
  • Performs clerical tasks, such as answering phones and scheduling patients
  • Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience:
  • High school Graduate/GED-HiSet, preferred
  • English proficiency
  • Lived caregiving experience as family/informal caregiver, childcare provider, housekeeping, respite provider, is a plus
  • Required safety competency training in infection control, universal precautions, and personal care services is provided free of charge to the RCA prior to hiring.
  • Additional training as a direct care worker (Personal Care Attendant, Homemaker, or Personal Care Homemaker) is a plus
Conditions of Employment:
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Acceptable CORI, SORI is required
  • Drug testing may be required
  • Competent in written and spoken English
Schedule:

Number of shifts/week determined by facility and confirmed with employee shifts, as needed

Rotating weekends

Physical Requirements:
  • Negative TB Test or Screening
  • Bending, squatting, kneeling
  • Lifting and/or carrying 35 lbs.
  • Standing for long periods of time

Prolonged wearing of PPE provided by the facility, including masks and face shields

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