Compassionate Senior Caregiver

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

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support patients with daily living, care of surroundings, and activities promoting a high quality of life. You will work as part of a team to create a home-like setting while maintaining excellence in care.

The role emphasizes compassion, patient dignity, and adherence to safety and infection control practices. Relevant CNA certification and nursing-school enrollment are considered.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred in good standing at hire or in nursing school.
• CNA certification required in good standing at hire for RSU PCA.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written.
• Computer literacy required.
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and with a team.
• Complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs.
• Pass PCA skills test with 70% or greater.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to patient and family needs.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to nursing team.
• Maintain no manual lift environment per Safe Patient Handling.
• Assist with personal care per care plans.
• Document care in the patient EMR.
• Report accidents, incidents, and abuse immediately.
• Observe and report skin integrity issues.
• Participate in daily handoff and care planning meetings.
• Obtain vital signs as directed.
• Follow infection control practices.
• Attend ongoing training and classes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Independent & collaborative

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Enrollment in nursing school

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support patients with daily living, care of surroundings, and activities promoting a high quality of life. You will work as part of a team to create a home-like setting while maintaining excellence in care.

The role emphasizes compassion, patient dignity, and adherence to safety and infection control practices. Relevant CNA certification and nursing-school enrollment are considered.