Patient Care Assistant

4 weeks ago


Worcester, Massachusetts, United States U Mass Memorial Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Patient Care Assistant to join our Inpatient Float Pool team at UMass Memorial Health. As a PCA, you will provide high-quality patient care and support to our patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clear and timely communication to RNs regarding patient observations and changes.
  • Participate in maintaining a safe environment and utilize interventions to de-escalate patients.
  • Assist patients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meals.
  • Assist with moving, lifting, and positioning patients using proper safety techniques.
  • Perform patient safety checks and utilize fall prevention devices as directed.
  • Take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
  • Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care tests as needed.
  • Assist RNs with treatments and procedures, including preparing equipment and supplies.
  • Observe and record oral food and fluid intake, and set up tube feeding solutions as directed.
  • Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharge procedures.
  • Perform administrative tasks, including maintaining logs and organizing patient charts.

Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent required.
  • CNA or EMT license preferred, or nursing student with clinical experience.
  • Basic Life Support certification required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to remain calm under stress and in emergency situations.

Working Conditions

This position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing, and vision are required to take direction from patients and providers, adjust equipment, and observe patient observations. Lifting up to 50 pounds is also required.



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