Patient Care Assistant II 36hr/nights 4 Usen

Mass General Brigham•Newton, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered or licensed nurse, the Patient Care Assistant II is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team and assists with clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. This onsite role provides patient care at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the night shift.

Requirements

Healthcare experience: 1–2 years required.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
Typing skills and computer experience.
Good interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and handle stressful crisis situations effectively.
Ability to safely lift and transport patients using appropriate physical techniques and Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform and document assigned patient care and clinical functions, including point-of-care testing, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs, patient transfers and ambulation, and feeding.
Assist registered nurses and physicians with exams and treatments as needed.
Keep patient rooms appropriately stocked, equipped, and clean as needs and patient volumes change.
Collect specimens and document the appropriate information.
Retrieve, set up, and clean equipment between patient uses, and report malfunctioning equipment according to organizational policy.
Document patient information, including height, weight, food and fluid intake, urine, stool, vomit and other drainage output, and blood glucose results.
Assist patients with food tray setup and eating when necessary.
Communicate effectively and promptly with nursing staff about patient care and condition.
Receive and direct medical staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.