Compassionate Pre-Op & PACU Care Aide

New England Baptist Surgery Center; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

New England Baptist Surgery Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Pre-Op/PACU unit. Under RN direction, you will support clinical care, promote safety, and help maintain an efficient patient flow in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, assisting with the admitting process, monitoring vitals, and transporting patients as needed. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; nursing assistant certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Nursing assistant certification preferred.
• Experience in clinical patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-op, PACU and patient transport.
• Greet patients and assist admitting process.
• Maintain supplies and clean areas.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with documentation.
• Notify RN of changes in patient status.
• Stock and restock supplies.

Skills

Clinical data interpretation

Prioritization

Communication

Flexibility

Professionalism

Patient transport

Vital signs recording

Pre-op greeting

Stretcher management

Monitoring changes

Education

High school diploma

Nursing assistant certification preferred

Job description

New England Baptist Surgery Center is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Pre-Op/PACU unit. Under RN direction, you will support clinical care, promote safety, and help maintain an efficient patient flow in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, assisting with the admitting process, monitoring vitals, and transporting patients as needed. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; nursing assistant certification is preferred.