Weekend-Day PCA: Compassionate Patient Care

Hebrew-Seniorlife-5; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Weekend-Day Shift to support residents with daily living activities and care in a home-like setting. You will document care in the EMR, observe changes, and collaborate with the nursing team to promote dignity and safety.

The role requires CNA certification or enrollment, fluent English, and ability to work independently as part of a team. On-site work with ongoing training and commitment to HIPAA.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred in good standing on hire or currently enrolled in nursing school.
• RSU PCA: CNA certification required in good standing on hire and ongoing.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written.
• Computer literacy required.
• Flexibility to work independently and collaboratively.
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families.
• Recognize and communicate changes in the patient’s condition to the nursing team.
• Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices.
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs.
• Assist patients with personal care per care plans.
• Document care in the patient’s EMR.
• Report accidents, incidents, abuse, and skin integrity concerns.
• Obtain vital signs and other procedures as directed.
• Follow infection control practices.
• Attend ongoing training and education; maintain HIPAA confidentiality.
• Facilitate life enrichment activities and patient engagement.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
• Prepare/serve/clean meals and snacks.
• Participate in committee meetings.

Skills

CNA certification

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Enrollment in nursing school

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Weekend-Day Shift to support residents with daily living activities and care in a home-like setting. You will document care in the EMR, observe changes, and collaborate with the nursing team to promote dignity and safety.

The role requires CNA certification or enrollment, fluent English, and ability to work independently as part of a team. On-site work with ongoing training and commitment to HIPAA.