Patient Care Associate

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Mass General Brigham Full time
Job Summary

Under the direction of a registered nurse, the Patient Care Associate plays a vital role in promoting a safe and compassionate patient care environment. This position requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out patient care plans as directed by the registered nurse.
  • Provide patient physical care, including bed baths, toileting, grooming, and changing bed linen, in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Assist patients with positioning, lifting, and turning, and use adaptive and transfer equipment as needed.
  • Perform patient monitoring activities, such as vital signs and blood glucose checks, in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Prepare patients for meals and assist with feeding as needed.
  • Perform patient rounds regularly and respond promptly to call lights to meet patients' needs.
  • Document patient care in a timely manner, adhering to established standards.
  • Organize patient rooms to maintain a clean and safe environment.
  • Collect and label specimens in accordance with established procedures.
  • Provide mentoring and teaching to new nursing assistants to meet performance expectations.
Qualifications and Experience

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, unless candidate holds a nursing assistant certification.
  • Recent experience and/or training in clinical patient care.

Preferred:

  • Enrollment in a nursing, pre-med, or physician assistant undergraduate program, with a minimum of one semester of completed patient care rotations at the time of hire.
  • Possession of a valid license, certification, or enrollment as a student in a nursing assistant, medical assistant, mental health technician, or EMT-accredited program at the time of hire.

Skills:

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Basic skills in math and computer science.
  • Ability to perform, modify, and record physical therapy skills with relevance to appropriate thoroughness and sequencing.
  • Healthcare Provider CPR certification required.
  • Knowledge of DPH/OEMS regulations.


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