week, Thursday and Friday) - Cardiomyopathy Center

Tufts Medicine•Boston, MA

11d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This is a dual clinical patient care and unit administrative role at the Cardiomyopathy Center. The position provides nursing support and basic patient care services under the supervision of a professional nurse and in accordance with physician orders. It collaborates with the care team to meet patient needs within the scope of the role, supporting direct patient care, patient safety, the care environment, and clerical operations. The role may communicate with other departments to support customer service and efficient unit functioning, and helps maintain an environment supportive of patient- and family-centered care. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on Thursday and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The work involves assisting with activities of daily living, technical patient-care tasks, equipment and environmental upkeep, documentation, patient and visitor support, and administrative duties related to admissions, transfers, discharges, and orders. Some responsibilities may involve supporting peri-operative procedures and related room and instrument processing tasks. The stated pay range is $21.53–$26.91, based on full-time equivalent.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to assist in caring for a designated patient group under the direction of a licensed nurse and in accordance with unit guidelines, hospital policies, procedures, and protocols.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel.
Ability to perform in stressful situations, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a positive and approachable demeanor.
Knowledge of computer systems and software, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and retain new applications.
Skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups served.
Knowledge of growth and development and ability to provide age-appropriate communication.
Ability to work under stressful conditions and adapt to a changing unit pace, frequent interruptions, emergencies, and critically ill patients.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA).
Completion of Nursing Fundamentals in an accredited nursing program.
One year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant (NA), Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Critical Care Tech (CCT), or Patient Care Tech (PCT).
Prior acute-care experience.

Responsibilities

Under clinical staff direction, assist with activities of daily living, prepare patient rooms for admission, maintain a clean and safe patient environment, prioritize care according to nursing direction and discharge plans, transport patients as directed, operate equipment safely, and assist with meals or feeding as needed.
Perform technical tasks such as using a glucometer and lift-assist devices; collecting specimens; performing 12-lead EKGs, simple dressings, and wound care; and applying approved orthopedic splints or dressings.
Check biomedical equipment par levels and working order, and send malfunctioning equipment to Medical Engineering according to established procedures.
Collect, record, and report accurate patient data promptly, and maintain paper components of patient charts.
Greet and direct visitors, attend to patients and family members in a caring and timely manner, and maintain a professional and friendly demeanor.
Provide continuous observation as a Patient Sitter when needed, following Constant Observation guidelines.
Answer phones professionally and direct callers to the appropriate person.
Screen people requesting department access and enforce department security policies.
Complete organized and timely patient admission, transfer, and discharge administrative duties, and perform clerical tasks related to ordering laboratory tests, x-rays, EKGs, and procedures.
Transport patients by ambulatory means, wheelchair, or stretcher, as appropriate.
May assist with procedures requiring aseptic technique during peri-operative care; follow nursing policies and procedures for instrument, needle, and sponge counts; and anticipate the needs of the surgeon and assistant during procedures.
May assist team members after surgery, including moving patients and helping with room cleanup; assemble and process instruments and transport them to CSR for sterilization.
Contribute to a positive work environment by communicating openly, introducing oneself to patients and families, asking how they prefer to be addressed, accepting assignments and constructive feedback, interacting effectively with coworkers, and coordinating breaks with the nurse to ensure coverage.
Keep the work environment clean, uncluttered, and safe; clean and stock equipment and supplies; and report malfunctioning equipment and environmental problems promptly.