Patient Care Associate Every Weekend Evenings

Hebrew SeniorLife; Boston (MA); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hebrew SeniorLife seeks aPatient Care Associate to support residents with daily living activities, maintain a safe, clean patient environment, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality, person-centered care. The role emphasizes dignity, safety, and respect for patient choices on-site in Boston.

The PCA will participate in daily rounds, document care in the EMR, and assist with vital signs while adhering to HIPAA and infection control guidelines.

Qualifikationen

• CNA certification required or in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in nursing school.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and care of environment.
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Document care in the electronic medical record.
• Follow infection control practices and maintain patient confidentiality.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Fluent English

Independence

Ausbildung

CNA certification

Nursing school enrollment

Tools

Computer literacy

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:

The primary role of the Patient Care Associate (PCA), is to protect, sustain, and nurture the patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the patient’s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the Patient Care Associate, is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the patients. The Patient Care Associate, 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 Patient Care Associate, will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize 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 floors/households, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion with allinteractions with patients andwith families
• Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
• Articulatescommitment to excellence and high quality care
• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

III. Position Responsibilities:

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

IV. Qualifications:

• Long term chronic care PCA and MCU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing school, having completed first clinical experience.
• RSU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written
• Computer literacy required
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs
• Pass PCA skills test with 70% or greater

Remote Type:

On-site

Salary Range:

$15.00 - $28.00