Patient Care Assistant: Vital Signs & ADLs Support

Lahey Clinic Hospital, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on personal care, ADLs, safety and infection control across assigned patients.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 30 days. No prior experience is required, with opportunities to learn in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required with 30 days to obtain.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, basic PC skills, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients as delegated by the RN and completes activities of daily living.
• May take and record vital signs including height, weight and oxygen saturation; report observations.
• Collects specimens and records intake and output.
• Provides personal care and assists with daily living activities.
• Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under supervision.
• Supports patient nutrition by assisting with meal service and feeding as needed.
• Adheres to infection control policies and participates in safety interventions.
• Assists as a patient safety attendant as required.
• Assists with orientation of new Nursing Assistant colleagues.
• Performs other unit-based tasks as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic math

Medical terminology

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on personal care, ADLs, safety and infection control across assigned patients.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 30 days. No prior experience is required, with opportunities to learn in a supportive team environment.