Patient Care Assistant Post/Antepartum Bh

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); In loco; USD 28.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support licensed staff in daily patient care, including bathing, feeding, and documenting vitals in the EHR. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety protocols.

Onsite at 45 Francis Street, you will assist with admissions, transport, and basic clinical tasks such as taking temperature and blood pressure, under supervision, with up to 36 hours weekly.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a PCA in obstetrics preferred.
• BLS, CMA, CNA certifications preferred where applicable.

Mansioni

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions under supervision, including documenting vitals and care activities in the EHR.
• Assists with bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility; supports with admissions/discharges as needed.
• Records height, weight, fluids intake, outputs, and glucose in the EHR.
• Prepares and cleans rooms, equipment, and supplies; reports malfunctions.
• Assists with transporting patients and coordinating with RNs and physicians.
• Fosters teamwork and communicates effectively with the care team.

Conoscenze

Medical terminology

Customer service

Lifting 35 lb

EMR proficiency

Formazione

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

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Job Summary Summary

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.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS] - Generic - HR Only preferred; Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred; Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred; Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred
• Experience: 1 year obstetrical PCA experience preferred.

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 Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly Grade 3

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