Patient Care Associate 36 hrs/nights Observation Unit
1 week ago
The Patient Care Assistant II 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.
Key Responsibilities- Demonstrates NWH CAREfirst standards of behavior while working toward accomplishing the hospital goals
- Prepares patient rooms for admission
- Orients the patient and family to the unit/room upon admission
- Keeps the patient and family informed of scheduled routines and activities
- Ensures patient safety and promotes comfort
- Assists patients with activities of daily living such as hygiene, elimination needs, ambulation, and nourishment
- Takes vital signs; performs blood sugar testing; measures patient's height and weight; records intake, output and amount eaten
- Reports significant changes to the Registered Nurse
- Documents patient data in the medical record in a timely manner
- Ensures a safe environment for staff and specific populations served
- Maintains appropriate situational safety standards
- Maintains annual job requirements/competencies
- Performs duties as assigned under the direction of the RN
- Receives and reports patient information to the RN
- Contributes to the plan of care through communication with the Registered Nurse
- Observes and reports changes in patients' condition to RN
- Runs errands as directed
- Transports patients and equipment as needed
- Ensures the CAREfirst standards of service excellence are consistently used to enhance the overall patient experience
- Provides 1:1 patient observation as assigned
- Maintains environment, supplies and equipment
- Orders supplies and equipment as directed
- Provides effective hand off to relieving Patient Care Assistant and reports off to assigned nurse prior to break and at end of assigned shift
- Performs phlebotomy procedures as assigned
- Greets, directs, and assists all persons arriving on the unit
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment
- Demonstrates competence in all software systems in use on the assigned unit
- Acts as a liaison between the unit and other departments
- Orders supplies and equipment; maintains designated par levels of supplies
- Performs clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and transfer of patients, as assigned
- CPR training required
- Phlebotomy training and experience preferred
- Must be able to speak and understand written and oral English communication
- Education: High school graduate or equivalent
- Experience: 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
-
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Assistant II plays a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and contributing to the smooth operation of the Observation Unit. As a key member of the healthcare team, this individual will work under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care and support.Key...
-
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Assistant II plays a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of the Observation Unit. As a key member of the healthcare team, this individual will work under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care and support.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide...
-
Patient Care Associate/36 Hr Nights
1 week ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryAs a Patient Care Associate, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our patients and families. Under the direction of a registered nurse, you will assist with clinical support functions to promote a safe and compassionate patient care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with meeting direct patient care...
-
Patient Care Associate II 32 hrs.
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob Summary:The Patient Care Assistant II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate II
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. This role involves direct patient care activities such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic activities of daily living, as well as non-clinical activities such as acting as a receptionist,...
-
Patient Care Associate II/ 32hr Nights
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Assistant II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate II
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate II
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate II
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Associate to join our team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. As a key member of our interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and promoting a safe and compassionate environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with direct patient care...
-
Patient Care Associate II 32 hr EVES
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. This role involves direct patient care activities such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic activities of daily living, as well as non-clinical activities such as acting as a receptionist,...
-
Patient Care Associate
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Associate to join our team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. As a key member of our interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and promoting a safe and compassionate environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with direct patient care...
-
Patient Care Associate II/ 36hr Days- Usen 6
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full time{"Job Summary": "The Patient Care Assistant II 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...
-
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob Summary:The Patient Care Assistant II 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...
-
Patient Care Associate II/ 40hr Nights- 5 East
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Assistant II plays a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of our unit. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, performing unit activities, and collaborating with interdisciplinary personnel to achieve our hospital's goals.Key...
-
Patient Care Associate II
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryThe Patient Care Associate II provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. This role involves direct patient care activities such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic activities of daily living, as well as non-clinical activities such as acting as a receptionist,...
-
Patient Care Associate II
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Patient Care Associate II to join our team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to our patients and families.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care and support, including taking vital signs and assisting patients with daily...
-
Patient Care Associate
4 weeks ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Associate to join our healthcare team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide clinical support functions to promote a safe and compassionate patient care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with meeting direct patient care needsFoster a healing environment...
-
Patient Care Associate
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Associate to join our healthcare team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide clinical support functions to promote a safe and compassionate patient care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with meeting direct patient care needsFoster a healing environment...
-
Patient Care Associate
1 month ago
Newton Falls, Ohio, United States Mass General Brigham Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Associate to join our healthcare team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide clinical support functions to promote a safe and compassionate patient care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with meeting direct patient care needsFoster a healing environment...
