Clinical Assistant, Inpatient Orthopedic General Surgery Unit, Nights

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital in Boston, MA is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support pediatric surgical patients on a 27-bed inpatient unit under RN supervision. The role involves vitals, oxygen saturation, I&O, EKGs, specimen collection and labeling, and reporting changes to the nurse.

The position offers 12-hour shifts (24 hours/week), permanent night shifts, and weekend work (Sat/Sun 7PM–7AM). Candidates with a HS diploma, CNA certification, or nursing student with clinical rotation, plus good

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification preferred or nursing student with rotation.
• Ability to work in a collaborative clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, including oxygen saturation, I&O, and perform EKGs.
• Label and collect laboratory specimens; report changes to the nurse.
• Assist with patient transport and stocking of supplies.
• Work in a family-centered pediatric surgical unit under RN supervision.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

EKG basics

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Nursing student with clinical rotation

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the registered nurse the Clinical Assistant (CA) will help provide competent care for pediatric surgical patients on a 27-bed inpatient unit.
• Surgical specialties include orthopedics, general surgery, trauma, ORL, and plastic surgery.
• In collaboration with the registered nurse, the CA is responsible for obtaining vital signs including oxygen saturation measurements, measuring intake and output, performing EKGs, and obtaining and labeling laboratory specimens; all while identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
• The CA may assist with transporting patients, stocking of supplies and equipment as needed.
• The CA role provides the opportunity to practice in a family centered environment.
• The ability to work a schedule of 12-hour shifts, 24 hours/week, permanent night shifts, every weekend (Sat/Sun 7PM - 7 AM)

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• A HS Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• 1-year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to work within a team.