Emergency Services Assistant BWH

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 53,038,000 - 68,536,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant for a 36-hour day shift in the Emergency Department. The role supports licensed staff by assisting with ADLs, vital signs, EKGs, and patient transport.

You will document in the EHR, help with admissions and discharges, and ensure rooms are stocked and clean. CNA/EMT/MA or related experience preferred; bilingual skills are a plus; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required.
• Nursing student with clinical component preferred; BSN/direct-entry Master’s programs preferred.
• Previous ESA/PCA experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual skills preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• May not currently hold a valid nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and vital signs as directed.
• Document vitals, intake/output, glucose results in the EHR.
• Assist with feeding and mobility; 1:1 observation for safety.
• Maintain stocked, clean patient rooms and report equipment issues.
• Assist with admitting and discharging patients; orient new staff.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Customer service

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Summary

Emergency Services Assistant - 36hr Day - BWH Emergency Department

A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our ESA positions.

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
• Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
• Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively
• Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Experience

• Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required. If the state of MA is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA course work will suffice.
• Nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters' programs.
• Previous ESA/PCA experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual skills preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• May not currently hold a valid nursing license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade: 3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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