Unit Coordinator/Patient Care Assistant – ICU, 32H Day/Eve

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health's Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, MA is seeking a Patient Care Associate/Unit Coordinator for a full-time, rotating shift role. You will support patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, perform vital signs, assist with meals, and handle unit clerical tasks to ensure smooth operations.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, with CNA preferred and BLS required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA Certification preferred but not required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, height/weight, oxygen saturation and monitor patient observations.
• Assist with daily activities and personal care to support patient comfort.
• Perform basic clinical procedures under RN supervision.
• Assist with nutrition, room service setup and meal distribution.
• Handle clerical tasks and coordinate communications within the nursing unit.

Skills

BLS Certification

CNA Certification

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Job description

Newburyport, MA • Anna Jaques Hospital • Full-time • RotatingWhen you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.Beth Israel Lahey Health and Anna Jaques Hospital are devoted to consistently promoting a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in our organization’s WE CARE values.The Patient Care Associate/Unit Coordinator will provide basic care activities and provide personal needs, comfort and safety of your patient. The Patient Care Associate/Unit Coordinator assists with the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The primary responsibility will be focus on performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks and procedures for which they have been trained. The Patient Care Associate/Unit Coordinator must demonstrate the ability and willingness to participate in a patient care team as a multi-skilled caregiver responsible for quality of own work and remain flexible in response to change.Job Description:ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):Vital SignsHeight and WeightOxygen SaturationReporting all unusual observations to the nurseCollecting various specimens for analysisRecording and measuring intake and outputProviding patient with personal care and assisting with daily activitiesPerforming basic clinical procedures independently or under the supervision of the RNProvide nutritional needs including assisting and ordering room service, setting up meal trays and feeding.The Patient Care Associate/Unit Coordinator performs a variety of computer, clerical, and supply functions necessary for the operation of the nursing unit. Responsibilities include handling and controlling written and verbal communications between nursing unit, personnel and numerous physicians, ancillary services, patients, visitors and families, and the organization of the patient medical record.Education/Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredPrevious PCA experience (preferred)Ability to read/write and perform basic 4 function mathDesire to help people and/or have aspirations of becoming a healthcare professionalBasic computer skills (preferred)Medical terminology (preferred)Basic Life Support certification (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.Certification/License: CNA Certification preferred but not required upon hireOTHER REQUIREMENTS:Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values.Demonstrate commitment and actions to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environmentPay Range:$19.50 – $26.24The 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/DisabledJob detailsEmployment: Full-timeHours/Week: 32Shift: RotatingCategory: Nursing SupportPay Range: $19.50 - $26.24FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR99840