Patient Care Associates (PCA)-Pipeline

Company: Mass General Brigham(PHS)
Location: Somerville
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Patient Care Associates (PCA)Multiple PCA openings at Spaulding Rehab (Cambridge/Charlestown), Salem Hospital, and other affiliates8, 10, and 12-hour per shift available and shifts can be day, evening, or nightThe Patient Care Assistant provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse.These include, but are not limited to, direct patient care activities such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with the basic activities of daily living, as well as non-clinical activities such as acting as a receptionist, coordinating equipment, providing transportation activities, and performing tasks specific to the department assigned.The Patient Care Assistant interacts with patients, families, nursing, and a variety of interdisciplinary personnel and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. The PCA staff collaborate amongst themselves to ensure safe patient care and smooth unit operationsQualifications Education:High school graduate or equivalentExperience:Six months of experience as a Nursing Assistant, or is a Nursing student currently enrolled in a formal program who has successfully completed at least one clinical rotation, or is currently enrolled in and successfully completes the NWH Patient Care Assistant Training Program.CNA required for specific affiliate hospitals*EEO Statement Mass General Brigham will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

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