R432-700-23. Personal Care Aides

(1) Personal care aides shall be at least 18 years of age and have the following responsibilities:

(a) Receive written instructions from the supervisor;

(b) Perform only the tasks and duties outlined in the service agreement;

(c) Have knowledge of agency policy and procedures;

(d) Be trained in first aid;

(e) Be oriented and trained in all aspects of care to be provided to clients;

(f) Be able to demonstrate competency in all areas of training for personal care; and

(g) Maintain a minimum of six hours of in-service per calendar year, prorated for the first year of employment;

(2) Personal Care Aides may assist clients with the following activities:

(a) Self-administration of medications by:

(i) reminding the client to take medications, and

(ii) opening containers for the client;

(b) Housekeeping;

(c) Personal grooming and dressing;

(d) Eating and meal preparation;

(e) Oral hygiene and denture care;

(f) Toileting and toilet hygiene;

(g) Arranging for medical and dental care including transportation to and from the appointment;

(h) taking and recording oral temperatures;

(i) Administering emergency first aid;

(j) Providing or arranging for social interaction;

(k) Providing transportation.

(3) Personal Care Aides shall document observations and services in the individual client record.