Patient Care Assistant- BWH ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY - 12CD

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will support the Registered Nurse (RN) with clinical tasks and respond to the needs of patients and their families. The PCA plays a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit. Nursing at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) is recognized for its excellent clinical practice and patient-centered approach. BWH is committed to understanding patients on a deeper level to ensure they and their families feel known and cared for. The hospital fosters a spirit of inquiry and a commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-informed care in an inclusive environment, aiming for excellent patient care, the best staff, and the safest environment. A career at BWH offers a collaborative and team-oriented workplace where physicians, nurses, technicians, staff, and management work together with mutual respect and devotion to patient care.

Requirements

Recent orthopedic PCA experience required.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Certification as a nursing assistant required upon hire, unless incumbent is a nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab).
Knowledge of medical terminology.
May not currently hold a valid nursing license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Red Cross required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters’ programs.
Bi-lingual skills preferred.
Recent orthopedic PCA experience 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.
Taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.