Patient Care Associate - Day Shift, ASC

Veterans in Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Ambulatory Surgical Center in Boston, MA. Under RN supervision, you will provide direct patient care and environmental support to promote patient and staff safety.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, and Heart Saver certification within 60 days. 0-1 year experience preferred; MA/EMT/CNA/LNA credentials or related clinical experience may be considered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Heart Saver certification required within 60 days of hire.
• MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma; or at least 5 months of direct patient care experience in a clinical or research setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists the registered nurse in the functional care of patients, ensuring efficient and patient centered care is delivered appropriate to the developmental level of the patient population.
• 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.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Heart Saver certification

MA/EMT/CNA/LNA certification

Job description

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Ambulatory Surgical Center in Boston, MA. Under RN supervision, you will provide direct patient care and environmental support to promote patient and staff safety.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, and Heart Saver certification within 60 days. 0-1 year experience preferred; MA/EMT/CNA/LNA credentials or related clinical experience may be considered.