Patient Care Assistant II — Hands-on Care & Coordination

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA, is hiring a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care under RN supervision. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating unit activities while engaging with patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities also cover documentation, safety, phlebotomy when needed, patient transport, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers. Onsite position with 40 hours weekly and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Phlebotomy training and experience preferred.
• Able to speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including vital signs and activities of daily living.
• Assist with unit activities, equipment coordination, and patient transport.
• Document patient data accurately and hand off to RN.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and support care planning with the RN.

Skills

CPR training

Phlebotomy training

English proficiency

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, MA, is hiring a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care under RN supervision. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating unit activities while engaging with patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities also cover documentation, safety, phlebotomy when needed, patient transport, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers. Onsite position with 40 hours weekly and rotating shifts.