Patient Care Associate, Per Diem

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Associate to support nursing staff in delivering patient-centered care. You will collect data, transfer patients, participate in teaching, and ensure accurate documentation from admission to discharge.

The role requires basic education, a year of nursing assistant experience, and BLS/Heartsaver certification. Expect variable shifts and a fast-paced hospital environment that values confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• American Heart Association Heartsaver or BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse in patient care appropriate to patient age and developmental level.
• Collect, record, and communicate clinical data to the supervising nurse.
• Transport or accompany patients as needed within the hospital.
• Assist in patient teaching and answer patient/family questions.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Document care parameters and admission/discharge tasks as directed.
• Coordinate patient flow and keep unit census/boards accurate.
• Respond to patient/family requests promptly and seek help when needed.

Skills

Nursing Assistant

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Patient Care Associate, Per Diem

Job Description

Principal Duties and Essential Functions

• 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.

• Coordinates and facilitates all intra and interdepartmental patient activities.

• Organizes patient flow on the unit.

• Participates in scheduling of secretarial staff

• Organizes and accurately maintains the unit census/assignment log book and patient board.

• Communicates patient information or changes affecting the unit to the appropriate personnel.

• Maintains patient medical record complete from admission to discharge.

• Communicates to appropriate departments, patient admission, discharge, or transfer.

• Performs several office clerical duties.

Job Requirements

Education

HS degree minimum required

Licensure/Certification/Registration

American Heart Association Heartsaver or BLS required

Required Work Experience

1 year of Nursing Assistant experience required, hospital experience preferred.

Pay Range

$20.00 - $26.92

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled