Patient Care Assistant II

Mass General Brigham•Salem, MA

6d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered or licensed nurse, the Patient Care Assistant II is a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team and provides clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The role includes patient-care duties, documentation, room and equipment preparation, communication with nursing staff, and assistance to patients and clinicians.

Requirements

Healthcare experience of 1–2 years required.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required.
Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required.
Good interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills required.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform and document assigned patient-care duties and clinical functions, including point-of-care tasks, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and sanitary care, transfers, ambulation assistance, and feeding.
Assist registered nurses and physicians with examinations and treatments as required.
Ensure patient rooms are appropriately stocked, equipped, and cleaned as needs and patient volumes change.
Collect specimens and document 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 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 issues and patient condition.
Receive and direct medical staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.