Neuroscience Critical Care PCA – Compassionate Support

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our onsite team in Boston. Under licensed personnel, you will assist patients with activities of daily living and monitor vital signs, contributing to safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting in the medical record, supporting hygiene and mobility, and communicating health concerns to nurses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification as a nursing assistant is required upon hire (or nursing student with clinical component).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification required upon hire.
• Bi-lingual skills preferred.
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs accurately.
• Completes documentation in the medical record as required.
• Interacts with patients and families effectively.
• Assists with basic hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, toilet use, and feeding.
• Assists with turning and repositioning patients and moving between bed and wheelchair.
• Reports health concerns to nurses.

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our onsite team in Boston. Under licensed personnel, you will assist patients with activities of daily living and monitor vital signs, contributing to safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting in the medical record, supporting hygiene and mobility, and communicating health concerns to nurses.