Patient Care Assistant Oncology Float Pool BWH
Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Nursing Student PCA Flex Role:GENERAL OVERVIEW
Functioning under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and as a member of the unit-based patient care team, the Student Nurse Patient Care Assistant (PCA) performs duties of direct and indirect patient care. The PCA is responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including, but not limited to glucometry, EKGs, and vital signs. In addition, the PCA is responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and takes a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.
CLINICAL DUTIES-The following duties will be performed under the general direction of a Staff Nurse.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including but not limited to: bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, and grooming. Will prepare/set-up patients for meals and snacks and will assist patient during meals, when necessary.
• Anticipates the individual needs of patients regarding ADLs, within the plan of care established by the registered nurse.
• Adapts standard ADL care to the unique needs of each patient, within the plan of care established by the nurse.
• Maintains familiarity with expected patient outcomes of all tasks performed, recognizes situations requiring RN notification.
• Maintains thorough understanding of activity and equipment within working environment, including the application of precautions.
• Measures and records non-invasive vital signs and patient weights.
• Performs EKGs in accordance with Hospital/Departmental standards.
• Collects and records patient data, including intake/output, glucometry, and guaic check.
• Assists patients with physical therapy (range of motion and exercises ordered by Physical Therapy), deep breathing, coughing, and ambulation.
• Completes procedure setup and clean up, and assists during procedures.
• Performs simple dressing changes on patients.
• Functions as a patient observer under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Performs unit-specific clinical duties, including, but not limited to, chest physical therapy, placing patients on telemetry.
NON-CLINICAL DUTIES
• Responsible for escorting patients/families upon being discharged from unit. Ensures that patient has full instructions of home care or needs post-discharge.
• Transports patients and/or equipment to other areas of the hospital, when needed.
• Maintains patient rooms, including changing bed linens, etc. when needed.
• Orders and maintains non-perishable supplies in unit nourishment station and food cabinets.
• All other duties, as assigned.
TO QUALIFY YOU MUST HAVE:
• Nursing student currently enrolled in a BSN or direct-entry Masters’ program who has completed her/his fundamentals in nursing and two clinical rotations
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred
Experience
Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Strong patient/customer service skills.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to complete a minimum of 250 hours within 12 months with the expectation that 50% will be considered “off-shift” (nights/weekends)
Expectation to work one winter and one summer holiday/year
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.