Compassionate Patient Care Associate – Team‑Oriented Care

Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice Care; Dedham (MA); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice Care in Dedham, MA is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support daily living activities and maintain a home-like setting for residents. The role emphasizes compassionate, dignified care, collaboration with nursing staff, and adherence to safety and privacy policies within a team-focused environment.

On-site position offering hands-on patient assistance, vital signs collection, and participation in care planning.

Qualifications

• Fluent English skills required - verbal and written.
• Computer literacy required.
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs.

Responsabilités

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families.
• Recognize and communicate changes in the patient's condition to the appropriate nursing team member.
• Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment.
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs.
• Assist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans.
• Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient's electronic medical record.
• Report accidents and incidents as they occur.
• Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediately.
• Observe and report skin integrity.
• Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed.
• Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed.
• Follow infection control practices.
• Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations.
• Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families.
• Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement.
• Maintain cleanliness of the patient's room and common program areas.
• Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks.
• Participate in committee meetings.
• Other duties as assigned and trained to perform

Connaissances

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Flexibility

Teamwork

Formation

PCA Certified Nursing Assistant certification (Long term chronic care)

RSU PCA: CNA certification

Description du poste

Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice Care in Dedham, MA is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support daily living activities and maintain a home-like setting for residents. The role emphasizes compassionate, dignified care, collaboration with nursing staff, and adherence to safety and privacy policies within a team-focused environment.

On-site position offering hands-on patient assistance, vital signs collection, and participation in care planning.