Patient Care Associate (Evenings) - Spaulding
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Job Summary
Evening shift (3p-11:30p)
Sign on Bonus up to $750
Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the PCA as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team assists in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient care plan is carried out as directed by Registered Nurse.
- Patient physical care is provided such as bed bath, toileting, grooming, changing bed linen, etc. per established guidelines.
- Patient general care is provided such as positioning, lifting, and turning, and using adaptive and transfer equipment per established guidelines.
- Patient monitoring activities such as vital signs and blood glucose are performed per established guidelines.
- Patients are prepared for meals, assisting when appropriate to meet patients’ need.
- Patient rounds are performed regularly, and call lights are answered promptly to meet patients’ needs.
- Patient care is documented in a timely manner adhering to established standards.
- Patient room clutter is organized to make best use of space and clean environment.
- Specimens are obtained and labeled consistent with established procedures.
- Mentoring and teaching is provided for new nursing assistants to meet performance expectations.
- Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
- MGB Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent - preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Basic Life Support [BLS] - preferred
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - preferred
Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] - preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong patient/customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Standing 34-66%
Walking 34-66%
Sitting 3-33%
Lifting 34-66%
Carrying 34-66%
Pushing 3-33%
Pulling 3-33%
Climbing <2%
Balancing 34-66%
Stooping 3-33%
Kneeling 3-33%
Crouching 3-33%
Crawling <2%
Reaching 34-66%
Gross Manipulation (Handling) 34-66%
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) 34-66%
Feeling 67-100%
Foot Use <2%
Vision – Far 67-100%
Vision – Near 67-100%
Talking 67-100%
Hearing 67-100%
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