Patient Care Associate/CNA - Pediatrics - MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Patient Care Associate in Pediatrics, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting patient care under the guidance of registered nurses. This position offers varied shifts, including nights and weekends, contributing to a compassionate environment for young patients. You'll assist with daily living needs, monitor vital signs, and ensure patient safety, all while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional care. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Shift Differential for Evenings and Nights

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Travel Discounts

MBTA Subsidy

Health Savings

Weekly Pay

Retirement Package

Qualifications

• Must have recent experience or training in clinical patient care.
• Preferred candidates should be enrolled in an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living needs and monitor vital signs.
• Respond to patient requests and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Blood Drawing

EKG Acquisition

Patient Transport

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

Mental Health Technician Certification

EMT Certification

Nursing or Pre-Med Undergraduate Program

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Referral bonus and Sign on bonus (if Eligible)

Job Summary

The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate - Pediatrics

Why This Role Is Important?

Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The Pediatric dept. has multiple Openings on both Pediatric floors (Ellison 17 & Ellison 18), all varied shifts (Day/Evening/Night Rotation) primarily Nights and Weekends.

Qualifications

• Required: Must have recent experience, and/or training, in clinical patient care!
• Preferred: Licensed, certified, or enrolled student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT accredited program, at the time of hire, OR
• Candidate enrolled in a Nursing, Pre-Med, PA undergraduate program, with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed, at time of hire.

Skills

PCA assists patients with daily living needs, supervising & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and acquiring EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, supervising patient safety, Patient transport to varies destinations, and always presenting in an encouraging manner.

Schedule

Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm), Evening (3pm-11pm), and Night (7pm-7am, 11pm-7a) Rotational holiday and weekend schedule

What do we have to offer?

• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• Full comprehensive benefits packet, inclusive of travel discounts, MBTA subsidy and health savings.
• Employee Perks, Weekly pay, and retirement package.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Our culture is one of teamwork, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve phenomenal things. We are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.

If you are looking for an ambitious and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.