Pca I- Inpatient, 3 West, 24 Hour, Evenings

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Worcester is seeking a dedicated caregiver to assist with patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, as well as Basic Life Support certification. This position includes evening shifts and requires effective communication skills and interpersonal abilities. Join a team that values exceptional patient care and teamwork.

Benefits

Possible signing bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support or Heart Saver certification.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients.
• Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals, and nourishment.
• Maintains patient safety by performing safety checks.

Job description

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Worcester

USD 25,000 - 45,000

Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite)

locations Worcester, MA University Campus

posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id R25101043

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend

Scheduled Hours: 1500-2330

Shift: 2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 24

Cost Center: 10020 - 1400 Nursing 3 West

Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and in keeping with unit specific standards, performs a variety of patient care activities to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients; and assists members of the health care team.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patient/s.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment.
• Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
• Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics.
• Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks and utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support or Heart Saver certification.

Experience/Skills:

Required:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.
• Must utilize proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals and build relationships.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated clinical experience doing similar work in a clinical setting.
• Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.

Work Schedule:

3:00-11:30pm, other weekend and every other Holiday

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].