Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support nurses and care teams in a dynamic hospital setting. You will help deliver patient-centered care, transport patients, collect vital information, and assist with teaching while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, Heart Saver within 60 days, and a healthcare certificate (MA/EMT/CNA/LNA) or related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Heart Saver certification within 60 days of hire.
• MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or equivalent direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists the registered nurse in patient care.
• Collects, records, or communicates clinical data to supervising nurse.
• Transports or accompanies patients as needed.
• Assists in patient teaching.
• Notifies nurse of changes in patient status.
• Documents routine care parameters and admissions/discharges.
• Maintains patient/family confidentiality.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Navigate web-based applications

Patient care

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Heart Saver certification

MA/EMT/CNA/LNA certs

Tools

Web-based applications

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support nurses and care teams in a dynamic hospital setting. You will help deliver patient-centered care, transport patients, collect vital information, and assist with teaching while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, Heart Saver within 60 days, and a healthcare certificate (MA/EMT/CNA/LNA) or related experience.