Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Intermediate - BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc., an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research. The PCA will be responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including, but not limited to glucometry, EKGs, and vital signs. They will also be responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and takes a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.

Requirements

Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required. If the state of MA is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA coursework will suffice.
Nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters’ programs.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
May not currently hold a valid nursing license.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual skills preferred.
Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including, but not limited to glucometry, EKGs, and vital signs.
Responding to the needs of patients and family members and takes a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.