Patient Care Associate I- every other weekend only

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife is hiring a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support patients with daily living activities and care in a team-based setting. The PCA helps maintain a home-like environment while upholding safety and quality care standards.

The role focuses on patient comfort, dignity, and effective communication with the care team. On-site responsibilities include assisting with personal care, documenting care in the EMR, and participating in ongoing training and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• CNA certification in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in nursing school.
• RSU PCA CNA certification required in good standing.
• Fluent English – verbal and written.
• On-site employment only; mandatory HSL/HRC education requirements and programs.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families.
• Communicate changes in the patient's condition to the nursing team.
• Maintain a no manual lift environment following Safe Patient Handling practices.
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs.
• Assist patients with personal care as indicated in care plans.
• Document care delivered in the patient's EMR and report incidents as they occur.
• Observe and report skin integrity and patient safety concerns.
• Attend daily report and care planning meetings as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Quality of care

Education

Long term chronic care PCA CNA certification

RSU PCA CNA certification

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

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.

Core Competencies

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

Position Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families
• Recognize and communicate changes in the patient's condition to the appropriate nursing team member
• Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs
• Assist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans
• Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient’s electronic medical record
• Report accidents and incidents as they occur
• Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediately
• Observe and report skin integrity
• Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed
• 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
• Follow infection control practices
• Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations
• Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families
• Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement
• Maintain cleanliness of the patient’s room and common program areas
• Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks
• Participate in committee meetings
• Other duties as assigned and trained to perform

Qualifications

• Long term chronic care 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.
• Remote Type: On-site
• Salary Range: $15.00 - $28.00

Welcome to Hebrew SeniorLife Careers! For All You Can Be At Hebrew SeniorLife, you'll set the highest standard as part of our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, you'll make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they will make a difference in yours. These life-changing connections will give your work meaning and fuel your desire to be all that you can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that's uniquely possible. Because here you'll be supported to always keep growing. And as you do, so will our collective impact.