Patient Care Associate: CNA/PCT with Growth & Benefits

Newton-Wellesley hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support the nursing team under an RN's direction. The PCA assists in clinical tasks to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth patient flow.

This onsite role requires CNA/PCT/MA/EMT certification or equivalent experience; nursing students in BSN or direct-entry master's programs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required, unless enrolled in the NWH PCA Training Program or a nursing student with clinical components.
• Nursing students hired as PCAs should preferably be enrolled in BSN or direct-entry master's programs.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse, the PCA assists in clinical support functions to promote safe, compassionate patient care.
• Supports interdisciplinary health care team and patient flow to ensure efficient care delivery.

Skills

CNA

PCT

MA

EMT

Education

NWH Patient Care Associate Training Program

BSN program enrollment

Job description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support the nursing team under an RN's direction. The PCA assists in clinical tasks to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth patient flow.

This onsite role requires CNA/PCT/MA/EMT certification or equivalent experience; nursing students in BSN or direct-entry master's programs are encouraged to apply.