Patient Care Assistant II: Frontline Hospital Support

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to join the nursing team and support an RN in delivering safe, patient-centered care on units with 8- and 12-hour shifts every other weekend and holidays.

The PCA II role emphasizes blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, dressing changes, aseptic technique, and responsive care to patients and families within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA/PCT certification is required.
• CPR/AED certification is required.
• Experience with direct patient care tasks is expected.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient care as assigned by the RN.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient condition.
• Perform EKGs and blood glucose monitoring.
• Assist with ambulation, dressing changes, and daily activities.
• Respond promptly to patient calls and notify the nurse of changes.
• Maintain unit safety and infection control.

Skills

Vital signs

Blood glucose

EKG

Aseptic technique

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

CNA/PCT certification

CPR AED certification

Tools

EKG machine

Heartsaver CPR AED

Job description

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to join the nursing team and support an RN in delivering safe, patient-centered care on units with 8- and 12-hour shifts every other weekend and holidays.

The PCA II role emphasizes blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, dressing changes, aseptic technique, and responsive care to patients and families within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.