Certified Nursing Assistant - BWFH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

21h•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant, also referred to as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), works as a member of the patient care team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The PCA consistently performs the responsibilities of the role and supports the RN with clinical tasks, including blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings using aseptic technique, and responding to medical emergencies using Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. The PCA also responds to the needs of patients and family members and contributes to efficient unit operations. The role supports the Patient and Family Centered Care Model and best-practice care. Prior CNA/PCA experience is preferred. This is an onsite, regular position at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, with 40 scheduled hours per week on the evening shift. The listed pay range is $18.56–$27.58 per hour. The hospital describes competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Required CNA/PCT credential and Heartsaver CPR AED certification from the American Heart Association.
Certified Nursing Assistant, or current nursing student who has completed Fundamentals of Nursing or an equivalent medical/surgical clinical rotation.
Successful completion of an approved nursing assistant training program.
Ability to effectively speak, read, and write English.
Ability to pass clinical competency, basic math, and reading testing.
Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements, including measuring height and weight and calculating intake and output and calorie counts.
Ability to accurately interpret and use basic medical terminology and abbreviations.
Ability to enter and retrieve computerized information.
Physical ability to push, transfer, and pull heavy loads throughout the assigned shift and meet core job requirements in accordance with the practice setting and patient population demands.
Effective interpersonal skills for interacting appropriately with nursing staff, patients, families and visitors, physicians, and other hospital staff.
Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
Ability to manage stress related to patient care issues and changing hospital climate and personnel issues.

Nice To Haves

Prior CNA/PCA experience.

Responsibilities

Perform PCA responsibilities consistently as a member of the patient care team under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Support the RN with clinical tasks, including blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, and applying simple dressings using aseptic technique.
Respond to medical emergencies using Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.
Respond to the needs of patients and family members.
Contribute to the efficient operation of the unit.
Support the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.
Adhere to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.