Patient Care Assistant II
About the role
Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), this position is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team assisting in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, feeding patients, etc.
- Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
- Ensure that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
- Performs specimen collection and documents all appropriate information.
- Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
- Documents patient information, such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results.
- Aid patients with food tray setup and eating if necessary.
- Communicate with nursing staff in an effective and timely manner around issues related to patient care and patient condition.
- Receive and direct Medical Staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
- Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred, Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred
Qualifications
- Experience: Healthcare experience 1-2 years required
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to multitask and handle stress crisis situations effectively.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required.
- Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required.
- Good interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required.
- Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self according to Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+
- 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%)
- Far Vision Constantly (67-100%)
- Near Vision Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Additional Job Details
Remote Type Onsite Work Location: 81 Highland Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.58 - $25.28/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 minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.