Patient Care Associate, Per D

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Summary Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the PCA as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team assists in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. Key Responsibilities · Patient care plan is carried out as directed by Registered Nurse. · Patient physical care is provided such as bed bath, toileting, grooming, changing bed linen, etc. per established guidelines. · Patient general care is provided such as positioning, lifting, and turning, and using adaptive and transfer equipment per established guidelines. · Patient monitoring activities such as vital signs and blood glucose are performed per established guidelines. · Patients are prepared for meals, assisting when appropriate to meet patients' need. · Patient rounds are performed regularly, and call lights are answered promptly to meet patients' needs. · Patient care is documented in a timely manner adhering to established standards. · Patient room clutter is organized to make best use of space and clean environment. · Specimens are obtained and labeled consistent with established procedures. · Mentoring and teaching is provided for new nursing assistants to meet performance expectations. · Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives. · MGB Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications

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

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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.
• Additional Job Description

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs- 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision- Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision- Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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