Peri-Anesthesia BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant works under the direction of licensed personnel to support patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and mobility. The role also includes measuring and documenting vital signs and other patient information, communicating effectively with patients and families, and reporting patient health concerns to nurses. This is an onsite, per-diem position at The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc., with a rotating shift.

Requirements

Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, or EMT, or commensurate experience.
If Massachusetts is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA coursework will suffice.
Nursing students must have completed fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component, such as a clinical rotation or simulation lab.
Must not currently hold a valid nursing license.
Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

For nursing students hired as PCAs, enrollment in a BSN program or direct-entry master's program is strongly preferred.
Bilingual skills.
Prior experience in a clinical setting.
Phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

Measure and record vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output accurately and within established time frames or as requested.
Complete required documentation in the medical record.
Interact effectively with patients and their families.
Assist patients with hygiene and daily living tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating.
Help patients turn and reposition in bed and move between a bed and a wheelchair as needed.
Listen to patients' health concerns and report them to nurses.