Patient Care Associate II/ 40 hr/eves
About the Role
The Patient Care Assistant II provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. These include 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.
The Patient Care Assistant II interacts with patients, families, nursing, and a variety of interdisciplinary personnel and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. The PCA II staff collaborate amongst themselves to ensure safe patient care and smooth unit operations.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care activities, including taking vital signs and assisting with basic activities of daily living
- Perform non-clinical activities such as acting as a receptionist and coordinating equipment
- Provide transportation activities and perform department-specific tasks
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient care and smooth unit operations
Requirements
- Six months of experience as a Nursing Assistant or as a Nursing student currently enrolled in a formal program who has successfully completed at least one clinical rotation
- Completion of the NWH Patient Care Assistant Training Program (if currently enrolled and successfully completes the program)
- High school graduate or equivalent required
- Phlebotomy experience preferred
Schedule
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)
Pay
Pay Range: $21.41 per hour (Grade 3)
At Mass General Brigham, base pay is determined by skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, bonuses (as applicable), and recognition programs.
Work Location
Onsite at 2014 Washington Street, Newton-Wellesley Hospital.