MGH Spring Northeastern Nursing Coop | 2027

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Massachusetts General Hospital is offering a Patient Care Associate Trainee (PCA) role to currently enrolled Northeastern University nursing students through its nursing co-op program. Under the guidance of an RN, the PCA supports the healthcare team and helps maintain a safe, caring environment for patients. Duties include assisting patients with daily living needs, monitoring and reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs. The PCA responds to patient requests promptly, protects patient confidentiality, monitors patient safety, and communicates respectfully with patients and colleagues. The position is onsite at 55 Fruit Street and requires 36–40 hours per week. Applicants list their preferred clinical units; if a preferred unit is filled, they may be informed of the next vacancy based on their choices. Intensive Care units require prior co-op or clinical experience. The role is open only to currently enrolled Northeastern University students.

Requirements

Currently enrolled as a Northeastern University nursing student, from sophomore through senior level.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association for Health Care Providers; certifications from other providers are not accepted.
Patient care experience of 0–1 year is preferred.
For Intensive Care units, prior co-op or clinical experience is required.
No degree can be substituted for experience.

Nice To Haves

Patient care experience (0–1 year preferred).

Responsibilities

Assist the healthcare team under the guidance of an RN.
Promote a safe and caring environment for patients.
Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Monitor and read vital signs.
Draw blood and obtain EKGs.
Respond to patient requests in a timely manner.
Safeguard patient confidentiality and monitor patient safety.
Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, significant others, staff, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Understand and follow hospital, division, and unit policies and procedures when providing care.