Patient Care Assistant (nursing assistant)| MGH-Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Mass General BrighamAbout the role
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positionsSCHEDULE
-40-hour| Day/Night shift
-(5) 8-hour shifts OR (2) 12-hour shifts & (2) 8-hour shift
-7a -7p, 7a-3p and 7p-7a, 11p-7a
-Require one weekend shift per month -a Saturday or Sunday
The Opportunity: Patient Care Assistant – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
*This unit prefers at least one year of inpatient acute care experience
*This unit prefers you to be licensed or certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT or other critical care training*
*Apply if you are able to work both Day and Night shift*
PACU consists of 111 bays caring for post-op patients recovering from anesthesia before moving to an inpatient unit.
https://www.massgeneral.org/surgery/thoracic-surgery/patient-resources/after-surgery
Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
-Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
-Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
-Helps patients with a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
-Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.
-Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support - preferred
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - preferred
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred
Nursing Assistant- Massachusetts Board of Nursing preferred
Experience
Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year 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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
267 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
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