Certified Nursing Assistant

Site: Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc.

 

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.

 

Justification
We're offering a $750 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Please note: Based on current market conditions, the minimum starting rate for this position is typically $21.98 per hour.

 

Job Summary

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

-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
Nursing Assistant [Certified Patient Care Technician] - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required

Experience
Experience with patient care or medical assisting in a hospital or healthcare setting. 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care with respect for patients' dignity and privacy.
- Ability to accurately monitor and document patient information and report any changes or concerns promptly.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving patients, and standing for extended periods.
- Collaborative mindset to work efficiently with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
- Ability to respond to patient needs and concerns with resourcefulness and initiative.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

100 North Beacon Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

 

Grade

3

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minim