Mother/Baby PCA II

Mass General Brigham • Newton, MA

25d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the Mother/Baby PCA II is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team and assists with clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The role performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, supports nurses and physicians with exams and treatments, maintains patient rooms and equipment, collects specimens, documents patient information, and communicates with nursing staff about patient care and condition. The position is onsite at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and is scheduled for 32 hours per week on nights: four 8-hour shifts, including every other weekend and every other holiday. Weekends are Friday and Saturday nights.

Requirements

• Healthcare experience: 1–2 years required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience.
• Good interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle stress and crisis situations effectively.
• Ability to lift and transport patients safely using appropriate physical techniques and Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a recognized issuer preferred.
• Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document assigned patient care and clinical functions, including point-of-care testing, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs, transfers, ambulation assistance, and feeding.
• Assist RNs and physicians with examinations and treatments as required.
• Keep patient rooms stocked, equipped, and appropriately cleaned according to needs and changes in patient volume.
• Collect specimens and document the appropriate information.
• Retrieve, set up, and clean equipment between patient use, and report malfunctioning equipment according to organizational policy.
• Document patient information, including height, weight, food and fluid intake, urine, stool, vomit or other drainage output, and blood glucose results.
• Help patients set up food trays and eat when necessary.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with nursing staff about patient care issues and patient condition.
• Receive and direct medical staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED