PCA

Mass General Brigham•Salem, MA

6d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered or licensed nurse, the PCA is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team and assists with clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The position involves direct patient care and support for nurses and physicians, including patient care tasks, documentation, room and equipment readiness, and communication with patients, visitors, and clinical staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Healthcare experience of 1–2 years required.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required.
Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required.
Good interpersonal, organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills required.
Ability to multitask and handle stressful crisis situations effectively.
Ability to lift and transport patients safely using appropriate physical technique and Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a recognized issuer preferred.
Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential from the New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and document patient care duties and clinical functions, including point-of-care testing, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and sanitary care, transfers, ambulation assistance, and feeding.
Assist RNs and physicians with examinations and treatments as required.
Ensure patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned as needed and in response to changes in patient volume.
Collect specimens and document appropriate information.
Retrieve and set up equipment, clean it between patient use, and report malfunctions according to organizational policy.
Document patient information, including height, weight, food and fluid intake, output, and blood glucose results.
Set up food trays and assist patients with eating when necessary.
Communicate effectively and promptly with nursing staff about patient care issues and patient condition.
Receive and direct medical staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.