Compassionate Patient Care Associate I

Hebrew-Seniorlife-5; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston, MA seeks a Patient Care Associate to support daily living activities, assist with personal care, and maintain a safe, respectful environment aligned with our mission. You will work as part of a team to promote comfort and dignity for residents.

The role requires CNA certification or active nursing school enrollment, fluent English, and the ability to collaborate on quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassionate care for residents.
• Clear and respectful communication with patients and families.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Fluent English required—verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to patient and family needs.
• Communicate changes in condition to the nursing team.
• Maintain Safe Patient Handling practices and no manual lift.
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs.
• Assist with activities of daily living per care plans.
• Document care in the electronic medical record.
• Report accidents, incidents, and suspected abuse.
• Monitor skin integrity and vital signs as directed.
• Follow infection control practices and HIPAA privacy.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

CNA certification

Nursing school enrollment

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston, MA seeks a Patient Care Associate to support daily living activities, assist with personal care, and maintain a safe, respectful environment aligned with our mission. You will work as part of a team to promote comfort and dignity for residents.

The role requires CNA certification or active nursing school enrollment, fluent English, and the ability to collaborate on quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.