Per Diem Patient Care Technician — Direct Patient Support

Melrose Wakefield Hospital; Wyoming (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Per Diem Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at Melrose Wakefield Hospital in Melrose, MA. The role emphasizes basic nursing support duties, patient observation, and adherence to clinical procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, documenting findings, and supporting the healthcare team. Requires high school diploma and BLS certification; per diem hours may vary.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care for patients including personal hygiene, vitals, and mobility.
• Documents according to procedure.
• Assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc.
• Performs 12-lead EKG and documents results.
• Observes patient status and communicates changes to RN.

Skills

Basic patient care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Per Diem Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at Melrose Wakefield Hospital in Melrose, MA. The role emphasizes basic nursing support duties, patient observation, and adherence to clinical procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, documenting findings, and supporting the healthcare team. Requires high school diploma and BLS certification; per diem hours may vary.