Patient Care Associate: Compassionate Support & Team Impact

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in the Boston area is looking for a patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering efficient, patient-centered care across developmental levels. You will assist with transport, data collection, and patient teaching, maintaining confidentiality and acting as a constant observer as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Heart Saver certification within 60 days, and 0–1 year of experience. Non-degree certification training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Heart Saver certification required within 60 days of hire date.
• Non-degree certification training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the registered nurse in the functional care of patients, ensuring efficient and patient centered care.
• Collects, records, or communicates pertinent clinical data to the supervising nurse.
• Transports or accompanies patients as necessary to other areas of the hospital.
• Assists in patient teaching.
• Communicates any changes in patient status immediately to supervising nurse.
• Documents routine parameters of care per standard and records name and title.
• Performs and documents patient admission, transfer, and discharge tasks as requested by nurse.
• Maintains patient/family confidentiality at all times.
• Responds to patient/family requests promptly, seeking assistance as needed.
• Performs and remains competent in skills.
• Acts as a constant observer when requested.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Non-degree certification training

Heart Saver certification within 60 days

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in the Boston area is looking for a patient care assistant to support registered nurses in delivering efficient, patient-centered care across developmental levels. You will assist with transport, data collection, and patient teaching, maintaining confidentiality and acting as a constant observer as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Heart Saver certification within 60 days, and 0–1 year of experience. Non-degree certification training is preferred.