Patient Care Associate - 32 or 40/hr Evenings

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital - Boston, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Boston, MA

Hospitals

About the position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) role at Spaulding Rehabilitation involves providing essential clinical support under the direction of a registered nurse. The PCA is a vital member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, responsible for ensuring a safe and compassionate patient care environment. This position requires a commitment to patient care, effective communication, and adherence to established guidelines and standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out patient care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Provide physical care to patients, including bed baths, toileting, grooming, and changing bed linens.
• Assist with general patient care such as positioning, lifting, and turning, using adaptive and transfer equipment as needed.
• Monitor patient activities, including vital signs and blood glucose levels, according to established guidelines.
• Prepare patients for meals and assist them as necessary.
• Perform regular patient rounds and respond promptly to call lights to meet patient needs.
• Document patient care in a timely manner, adhering to established standards.
• Organize patient rooms to optimize space and maintain a clean environment.
• Obtain and label specimens according to established procedures.
• Mentor and teach new nursing assistants to meet performance expectations.
• Complete additional departmental, organizational, or network activities as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required unless the candidate holds a nursing assistant certification.
• Recent experience and/or training in clinical patient care is required.
• Enrollment in a Nursing, Pre-Med, or Physician Assistant undergraduate program with completed patient care rotations is preferred.
• Possession of a valid license, certification, or enrollment in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT-accredited program is preferred.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of DPH/OEMS regulations is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, especially with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive in anticipating challenges and developing strategies to address them.
• High level of service delivery with initiative and ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible scheduling options