RN Student CNA - Faulkner

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant (PCA) functions as a member of the patient care team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCA proficiently and consistently performs all aspects of the PCA role, supporting the RN with clinical tasks. These tasks include, but are not limited to, blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings using aseptic technique, and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. The PCA is also responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and taking an active role in the efficient operation of the unit, assuring the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.

Requirements

Staff adheres to all C.A.R.E. Standards
Ability to effectively speak, read and write using the English language
Ability to pass clinical competency, basic math and reading testing
Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements, to measure height and weight, intake and output and calorie counts
Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations
Physical ability to push, transfer, and pull heavy loads throughout assigned shift
Physical ability to meet core job requirements in accordance with practice setting demands, for the patient populations regularly served
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with nursing staff, patients, families/visitors, physicians, and other hospital staff
Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
Ability to manage stress related to patient care issues and changing hospital climate and personnel issues.

Nice To Haves

Heartsaver CPR and AED skills

Responsibilities

Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks in collaboration with patient care team and takes appropriate action.
Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients to prevent personal injury.
Rounds and returns loose oxygen cylinders to appropriate storage areas.
Clears hallways of clutter.
Interacts with patients, families, and staff in a professional manner, projecting a positive public image.
Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.
Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.
Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.
Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director, or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.
Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self at all times.
Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures, and work rules.
Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices, and memos.
Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks.
Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient’s condition and/or monitoring alarms.
Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.
Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.
Transports patients and equipment throughout the hospital as requested.
Uses appropriate safety techniques and body mechanics when moving patients.
Remains with the patient or ensures patient is attended by staff when of other home unit.
Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, non-clinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services.
In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light and safety requirements.
Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations.
Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital and nursing competencies and care standards.
Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include but are not limited to performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.