Patient Care Associate Trainee

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

8d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Associate Trainee assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating. The role requires providing basic patient care, completing accurate measurements and documentation, responding to patient concerns, and communicating with nurses and other members of the healthcare team. This is an onsite, per-diem position at The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc., with a rotating shift.

Requirements

Understand the role in relation to providing patient care activities.
Understand and follow hospital, division, and unit policies and procedures when providing care.
Communicate effectively with staff and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Communicate effectively with patients and significant others while providing patient care.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) credential preferred.
0–1 year of patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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