Nursing Student Co-op: Hands-On Patient Care

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Patient Care Associate Trainee (PCA) to support nursing units as part of a Northeastern University nursing coop. The role involves assisting the healthcare team, monitoring vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs under RN supervision.

Requires current enrollment as a nursing student (sophomore to senior) and BLS/CPR certification. Units listed include ED, General Medicine, Neurology, Orthopedics, and more.

Qualifications

• Enrolled nursing students from sophomore to senior year are invited to apply.
• CPR: BLS required (American Red Cross or AHA for Health Care Providers).
• 1 year or less patient care experience preferred.
• ICU units require prior coop or clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the healthcare team and promote a safe, caring environment for patients under RN guidance.
• Monitor vital signs, draw blood, and obtain EKGs as needed.
• Respond to patient requests promptly while safeguarding confidentiality and communicating respectfully.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

BLS/CPR

Education

Nursing student (enrolled soph/yr)

Job description

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Patient Care Associate Trainee (PCA) to support nursing units as part of a Northeastern University nursing coop. The role involves assisting the healthcare team, monitoring vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs under RN supervision.

Requires current enrollment as a nursing student (sophomore to senior) and BLS/CPR certification. Units listed include ED, General Medicine, Neurology, Orthopedics, and more.