Clinical Assistant, Inpatient Orthopedic General Surgery Unit, Nights

Status

Part-Time

Standard Hours per Week

24

Job Posting Category

Clinical

Job Posting Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the registered nurse the Clinical Assistant (CA) will help provide competent care for pediatric surgical patients on a 27-bed inpatient unit.
• Surgical specialties include orthopedics, general surgery, trauma, ORL, and plastic surgery.
• In collaboration with the registered nurse, the CA is responsible for obtaining vital signs including oxygen saturation measurements, measuring intake and output, performing EKGs, and obtaining and labeling laboratory specimens; all while identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
• The CA may assist with transporting patients, stocking of supplies and equipment as needed.
• The CA role provides the opportunity to practice in a family centered environment.
• The ability to work a schedule of 12-hour shifts, 24 hours/week, permanent night shifts, every weekend (Sat/Sun 7PM - 7 AM)

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
A HS Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• 1-year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to work within a team.

Office/Site Location

Boston

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Pay Range

$19.06-$27.64 Hourly