PCA (CNA) All Shifts Med/Surg
Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH)

Newton, Massachusetts

Posted in Health and Safety


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Job Info


The Patient Care Assistant provides and/or coordinates the delivery of a variety of patient care services under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. Direct patient care activities can include taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and assisting patients with the basic activities of daily living.

The Patient Care Assistant interacts with patients, families, nursing, and a variety of interdisciplinary personnel and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. The PCA staff collaborate amongst themselves to ensure safe patient care and smooth unit operations.

Qualifications
Job Knowledge and Skills:

  • CPR training required
  • Knowledge of English language sufficient to read, speak, and write accurately
  • Knowledge of simple arithmetic
  • Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self, according to Safe Patient Handling Guidelines
  • Ability to master basic computer skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors and hospital personnel

Education:
  • High school graduate or equivalent

Experience:
  • Six months experience as a Nursing Assistant or is a Nursing Student currently enrolled in a formal program who has successfully completed at least one clinical rotation or is currently enrolled in, and successfully completes, the NWH Patient Care Associate Training Program

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations (if applicable):
    • Certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred


EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.


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