Patient Care Assistant — Safe, Compassionate Support

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist in patient care across nursing areas and to safely transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher. The role includes observing patients requiring constant observation, dispatch duties, and documentation of services rendered.

The position emphasizes patient safety, accurate data reporting to RNs, and adherence to hospital policies while maintaining professional relationships and effective communication within the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Observes, obtains and reports patient data/status to assigned RN.
• Responds to acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff.
• Provides direct/non-direct care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to support the unit.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist in patient care across nursing areas and to safely transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher. The role includes observing patients requiring constant observation, dispatch duties, and documentation of services rendered.

The position emphasizes patient safety, accurate data reporting to RNs, and adherence to hospital policies while maintaining professional relationships and effective communication within the care team.