Patient Care Associate 32 Hour Day Shift

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 39.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston is seeking a Nursing Assistant for 32 hours per week, days: 8-hour shifts, every other weekend (6:45 AM–3:15 PM). The role supports residents with daily living activities, maintains a safe, comfortable environment, and contributes to a home-like care setting aligned with the center's mission.

You will work as a vital team member, document care in the EMR, follow infection control practices, and participate in ongoing training to ensure high-quality, compassionate care

Formación

• MA CNA certification in good standing upon hire
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written
• BLS/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire
• Computer literacy required
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs

Responsabilidades

• Recognize and respond to the needs of residents and families
• Communicate changes in residents' condition to the nursing team
• Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices and maintain a no-manual-lift environment
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as indicated in care plans
• Document care delivered in the resident's medical record
• Report accidents, incidents, and suspected abuse promptly
• Observe and report skin integrity and vital signs as directed
• Participate in daily report and care planning meetings
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of residents according to HIPAA
• Maintain cleanliness of residents' rooms and common areas

Conocimientos

English fluency

Teamwork

Educación

MA Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Herramientas

Computer literacy

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

Job Description: Position Summary - 32 hours – Days: 8-hour shifts, every other weekend (6:45 AM–3:15 PM). The primary role of the Nursing Assistant is to protect, sustain, and nurture the residents/patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the resident/patient’s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the nursing assistant is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the residents/patients. The nursing assistant works as a member of a team that seeks to achieve a home like setting while maintaining excellence in all areas of care. In addition, the nursing assistant will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize resident/patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the unit/households, and strive to make every resident/patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with residents and with families
• Articulates importance of supporting independence and resident choice when caring for residents
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
• Articulates commitment to excellence and high quality care
• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and resident care

Position Responsibilities

1. 1. Recognize and respond to the needs of the residents/patients and families
2. 2. Recognize and communicate changes in the resident/patient’s condition to the appropriate nursing team member
3. 3. *Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment
4. 4. Participate in Quality Improvement programs
5. 5. *Assist residents/patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans
6. 6. *Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the resident/patient’s electronic medical record.
7. 7. Report accidents and incidents as they occur
8. 8. Report any observed or suspected resident/patient abuse immediately
9. 9. Observe and report skin integrity
10. 10. Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed
11. 11. *Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, blood glucose levels, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed
12. 12. Perform electrocardiograms and bladder scans
13. 13. Follow infection control practices
14. 14. Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
15. 15. *Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the resident/patient according to HIPPA regulations
16. 16. *Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, residents/patients and families
17. 17. Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage resident/patient engagement
18. 18. Maintain cleanliness of the resident/patient’s room and common program areas
19. 19. Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks
20. 20. Participate in committee meetings
21. 21. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

RSU Nursing Assistants: MA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going. Fluent English skills required – verbal and written BLS / CPR Certification within 90 days of hire required Computer literacy required Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs

Remote Type: On-site Salary Range: $15.00 - $28.00

Welcome to Hebrew SeniorLife Careers! For All You Can Be At Hebrew SeniorLife, you’ll set the highest standard as part of our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, you’ll make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they will make a difference in yours. These life-changing connections will give your work meaning and fuel your desire to be all that you can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here you’ll be supported to always keep growing. And as you do, so will our collective impact.