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The General Hospital Corporation

<div>Site: The General Hospital Corporation<p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p>
Operating Room Assistant -(3305293) Description Under the direct supervision of the Perioperative nurse and the Team Leader, the Operating Room Assistant is responsible for transporting patients, cleaning ORs, maintaining a clean environment, moving equipment, delivery of specimens, second scrubbing PRN, and other duties as assigned. The ORA functions as a member of the Perioperative Nursing team who has specific knowledge, skills and training to work in an Operating Room Environment.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Qualifications 1. High school graduate or equivalent 2. Able to read, understand and write English 3. Successful completion of Hospital Orientation Successful completion of Departmental Orientation and Training<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Additional Job Details (if applicable)</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Remote Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Onsite<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Location</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
90 Blossom Street<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
40<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Employee Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Regular<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Evening (United States of America)<p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range</b></p>
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly<p></p><p><b><br>
Grade</b></p>
2<br>
<p></p>
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
1200 The General 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&rsquo;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.<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</b></h2><div><div><p>
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership &ldquo;looks like&rdquo; 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.</p></div></div></div>

Operating Room Assistant

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Boston, MA &bull; Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center &bull; Per Diem &bull; Rotating
<br><div><p><b>When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you&rsquo;re making a difference in people&rsquo;s lives.</b></p>
<p></p>
<p>The Operating Room Assistant reports to the Perioperative Manager. This position is responsible for providing a wide variety of duties including; assisting with transport of patients independently transporting patients, assisting with positioning of patients, monitoring equipment and supply par levels, restocking, cleaning and set-up of patient bays and retrieval of beds</p>
<p></p>
<p><b>Job Description:</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential Responsibilities:
</b></p><div><ul><li>Communicates with patients/families, management and members of the healthcare team clearly and courteously. Helps to facilitate a cooperative and positive work environment. Cross-covers for UCO during absences (PACU only).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Transports patients as directed, maintaining a conscious regard for their comfort and safety. Assists nurse in patient care by lifting and positioning patients. May assist with other patient care tasks, as directed, (i.e. preps).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provides assistance to nursing staff during patient admission/discharge by anticipating needs, i.e. infusion pumps, Baer Hugger, PCA/Epidural pumps, monitors, oxygen tanks, setting up stretchers/beds with oxygen tank and mask, IV pole, pillow, blanket. Transports patients to and from inpatient units with assistance or independently.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Accompanies outpatients to lobby and waits with then until their transportation arrives. Assists them into their vehicle (PACU only). Transports patients to other parts of the hospital as required. Picks up and delivers medications/specimens as directed. Obtains or returns blood products to/from Blood Bank as directed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Cleans patients&rsquo; equipment including: monitors, cables and specialty equipment. Assists in manpower support for moves, special set-ups and any other occasion when a larger than normal group is needed. Restocking of supplies on unit including bedside cards, infusion, epidural, and PCA pumps from the distribution center. Stocks warmers with blankets, solutions. Stocks pods, cleaning supplies.</li></ul>
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<p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>High School diploma or GED required .</li></ul>
<ul><li>0-1 years related work experience required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>Competencies:</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li><b>Written Communications:</b>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Oral Communications:</b>Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Knowledge:</b>Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Team Work:</b>Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Customer Service:</b>Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>Physical Nature of the Job:</b><br>
Very Heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force continually. Employee is physically active in all elements of the job.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><b>Pay Range:
</b></p><p>$20.50 &ndash; $27.59</p>
<p>
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.</p>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.</b></h2>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.</b></h2>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled</b></h2></div><p></p>
<br><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job details</b></h3>
<ul><li><div><b>Employment:</b> Per Diem</div></li>
<li><div><b>Shift:</b> Rotating</div></li>
<li><div><b>Category:</b> Surgical Services</div></li>
<li><div><b>Pay Range:</b> $20.50 - $27.59</div></li>
<li><div><b>FLSA:</b> Non-Exempt</div></li>
<li><div><b>Req ID:</b> JR92318</div></li></ul></div>

OR Attendant

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

<div>Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.<p></p><p><br>
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.</p><br>
<p></p>
A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p>
Summary
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The Patient Care Assistant II functions as a member of the patient care team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), and proficiently and consistently performs all aspects of the PCA role. The Patient Care Assistant II is responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. In addition, the PCA II is responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and taking an active role in the efficient operation of the unit. The PCA II will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family<br>
Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.<br>
<br>
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes<br>
<br>
Essential Functions<br>
<br>
<ul><li>PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT</li><li>Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks, in cooperation with licensed nurse and takes appropriate action to reduce and/or eliminate the risks. For example: maintains proper bed height, uses side rails and alarms appropriately, places call light within patient reach, provides frequent patient checks and assists patient with ambulation, as indicated.</li><li>Makes routine patient room rounds to address patient needs.</li><li>Follows and maintains restraint policies, under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Before utilizing any restraints, checks with the licensed nurse.</li><li>Provides 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury.</li><li>Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.</li><li>Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients, to prevent personal injury.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS</li><li>Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.</li><li>Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.</li><li>Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.</li><li>Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.</li><li>Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.</li><li>Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self, as a Patient Care Assistant.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES</li><li>Efficiently organizes time and prioritizes patient care needs. Works with other patient care assistants, when possible to facilitate patient care.</li><li>Provides assistance to co-workers, as requested.</li><li>Adapts to changing patient and unit needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.</li><li>Communicates with Charge Nurse/Nursing Supervisor to coordinate break periods with unit activities. Maintains visibility on the unit and does not leave work area, without appropriate notification to the Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION</li><li>Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures and work rules.</li><li>Demonstrates an understanding of hospital emergency codes and how to call a code.</li><li>Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices and memos.</li><li>Reads and reviews meeting minutes and clinical updates.</li><li>Participates in staff meetings and appropriate in-services.</li><li>Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks. Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient&rsquo;s condition and/or monitoring alarms (for example: change in vital signs, change in patient&rsquo;s mental status, complaints of pain, abnormal blood sugar, patient fall or other injury, patient concerns with care).</li><li>Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.</li></ul>
<br>
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY<br>
<ul><li>Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION</li><li>Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, nonclinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services, distributing patient mail/flowers, arranging room to ensure necessary personal care items are available &amp; accessible (includes call lights), distributing nourishments, changing linens &amp; clothing, refilling ice packs, running patient errands or other duties, as assigned by the RN.</li><li>In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light, positioning, transferring, walking, toileting and feeding.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>COMPETENCY</li><li>Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations, (for example: DPH, JCAHO, Boston fire codes, OSHA).</li><li>Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies and care standards. Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include, but are not limited to: application of external monitors, use of the CPM machine, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.</li><li>Assists in the orientation of new patient care assistants and serves as a resource to float staff.</li><li>QUALITY IMPROVEMENT</li><li>Participates in hospital wide and unit based SEAQ programs and activities, as indicated.</li><li>Communicates any concerns related to quality patient care to the Nursing Director or Nurse Director, Clinical Leader and/or Nursing Supervisor.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>PATIENT CARE</li><li>Completes patient care, as assigned by the licensed nurse, according to hospital policy and procedure. Patient care includes:</li><li>Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Preparing room for admission and ensuring patients have appropriate identification bands upon admission and throughout their hospitalization.</li><li>Transporting patients and their belongings and their equipment and supplies, as needed and as part of the transfer/discharge process.</li><li>Providing personal care to patients including, bathing and skin care, shaving, mouth care, grooming, perineal care and changing linens, as per hospital protocols.</li><li>Providing basic skin care including but not limited to: back rubs, routine diabetic foot care, application of non-medicated ointments, application of elastic stockings, ace wraps, and compression boots, turning and repositioning patients every two hours, and other associated tasks.</li><li>Assisting the patient with elimination including, care of a urinary and condom catheter, use of bedpan, commode, toileting schedules, emptying colostomy bags, urinals and urinary drainage bags.</li><li>Carrying out planned patient care measures that provide patient comfort and pain relief such as, coordinating care to provide rest periods, minimizing noise, assisting in bed positioning.</li><li>Providing 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury and also providing the duties of the PCA II for the assigned patient.</li><li>Performing simple dressing changes, using aseptic technique.</li><li>Assisting nurse/health team members during simple and complex treatments or procedures.</li><li>Setting up patients for meals and assisting them with feeding and opening food containers, maintaining calorie counts and recording intake/output measures (I and Os).</li><li>Taking patient vital signs, completing intake and output data and daily weights accurately and documenting results completely.</li><li>Performing EKGs as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Performing blood glucose monitoring as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Documenting patient information in a timely, accurate and complete manner, on patient flow sheets.</li><li>Providing end of life care, including comfort measures only and post mortem care.</li><li>Collecting, labeling, and sending/transporting specimens to the lab with the appropriate lab slips/requisitions attached.</li><li>Initiating patient belongings tracking form and properly securing patient belongings in accordance with hospital policy and in conjunction with the RN. Consults with RN, if patient declines to secure their belongings or have their belongings sent home with family member or friend.</li><li>Responding promptly and courteously to all patient call lights and patient requests and seeking assistance from co-workers, as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining patient rooms in an orderly and clean manner and stocking patient rooms, with needed supplies and equipment.</li><li>Making routine room rounds to un-clutter, clean and organize patient rooms/areas, when needed.</li><li>Checking inventories and restocking/replacing/assembling patient equipment and supplies.</li><li>Disposing of trash, soiled linens, medical waste and disposable items, appropriately.</li><li>Initiating and performing spot and spill cleaning, as needed.</li><li>Performing regular checks per policy and procedure to ensure that equipment is operating properly and has current safety inspections/expiration dates, before patient use.</li><li>Identifying broken/expired equipment/supplies, removing from service and notifying Charge RN/Staff Nurse.</li><li>Performing initial cleaning/decontamination of equipment/materials, e.g., removing reusable equipment from isolation rooms, and arranging for terminal cleaning, as appropriate.</li><li>Identifying emergency/crisis situations and initiating appropriate response actions, within the scope of her/his role. Responses include immediate communication of such events to the RN and assisting the nurse during and after the emergency, as directed.</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Additional Job Details (if applicable)</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Remote Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Onsite<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Location</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
70 Francis Street<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
36<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Employee Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Regular<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Rotating (United States of America)<p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range</b></p>
$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly<p></p><p><b><br>
Grade</b></p>
3<br>
<p></p>
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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&rsquo;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.<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</b></h2><div><div><p>
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership &ldquo;looks like&rdquo; 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.</p></div></div></div>

Patient Care Assistant 9W 10EW BWH

<div>Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.<p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p>
Summary
<br>
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8 and 12 hour shifts every other weekend and holidays
<br>
Grade 130<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Assistant II functions as a member of the patient care team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), and proficiently and consistently performs all aspects of the PCA role. The Patient Care Assistant II is responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. In addition, the PCA II is responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and taking an active role in the efficient operation of the unit. The PCA II will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family<br>
Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.<br>
<br>
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes<br>
<br>
Essential Functions<br>
<br>
<ul><li>PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT</li><li>Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks, in cooperation with licensed nurse and takes appropriate action to reduce and/or eliminate the risks. For example: maintains proper bed height, uses side rails and alarms appropriately, places call light within patient reach, provides frequent patient checks and assists patient with ambulation, as indicated.</li><li>Makes routine patient room rounds to address patient needs.</li><li>Follows and maintains restraint policies, under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Before utilizing any restraints, checks with the licensed nurse.</li><li>Provides 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury.</li><li>Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.</li><li>Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients, to prevent personal injury.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS</li><li>Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.</li><li>Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.</li><li>Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.</li><li>Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.</li><li>Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.</li><li>Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self, as a Patient Care Assistant.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES</li><li>Efficiently organizes time and prioritizes patient care needs. Works with other patient care assistants, when possible to facilitate patient care.</li><li>Provides assistance to co-workers, as requested.</li><li>Adapts to changing patient and unit needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.</li><li>Communicates with Charge Nurse/Nursing Supervisor to coordinate break periods with unit activities. Maintains visibility on the unit and does not leave work area, without appropriate notification to the Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION</li><li>Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures and work rules.</li><li>Demonstrates an understanding of hospital emergency codes and how to call a code.</li><li>Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices and memos.</li><li>Reads and reviews meeting minutes and clinical updates.</li><li>Participates in staff meetings and appropriate in-services.</li><li>Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks. Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient&rsquo;s condition and/or monitoring alarms (for example: change in vital signs, change in patient&rsquo;s mental status, complaints of pain, abnormal blood sugar, patient fall or other injury, patient concerns with care).</li><li>Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.</li></ul>
<br>
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY<br>
<ul><li>Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION</li><li>Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, nonclinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services, distributing patient mail/flowers, arranging room to ensure necessary personal care items are available &amp; accessible (includes call lights), distributing nourishments, changing linens &amp; clothing, refilling ice packs, running patient errands or other duties, as assigned by the RN.</li><li>In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light, positioning, transferring, walking, toileting and feeding.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>COMPETENCY</li><li>Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations, (for example: DPH, JCAHO, Boston fire codes, OSHA).</li><li>Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies and care standards. Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include, but are not limited to: application of external monitors, use of the CPM machine, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.</li><li>Assists in the orientation of new patient care assistants and serves as a resource to float staff.</li><li>QUALITY IMPROVEMENT</li><li>Participates in hospital wide and unit based SEAQ programs and activities, as indicated.</li><li>Communicates any concerns related to quality patient care to the Nursing Director or Nurse Director, Clinical Leader and/or Nursing Supervisor.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT CARE</li><li>Completes patient care, as assigned by the licensed nurse, according to hospital policy and procedure. Patient care includes:</li><li>Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Preparing room for admission and ensuring patients have appropriate identification bands upon admission and throughout their hospitalization.</li><li>Transporting patients and their belongings and their equipment and supplies, as needed and as part of the transfer/discharge process.</li><li>Providing personal care to patients including, bathing and skin care, shaving, mouth care, grooming, perineal care and changing linens, as per hospital protocols.</li><li>Providing basic skin care including but not limited to: back rubs, routine diabetic foot care, application of non-medicated ointments, application of elastic stockings, ace wraps, and compression boots, turning and repositioning patients every two hours, and other associated tasks.</li><li>Assisting the patient with elimination including, care of a urinary and condom catheter, use of bedpan, commode, toileting schedules, emptying colostomy bags, urinals and urinary drainage bags.</li><li>Carrying out planned patient care measures that provide patient comfort and pain relief such as, coordinating care to provide rest periods, minimizing noise, assisting in bed positioning.</li><li>Providing 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury and also providing the duties of the PCA II for the assigned patient.</li><li>Performing simple dressing changes, using aseptic technique.</li><li>Assisting nurse/health team members during simple and complex treatments or procedures.</li><li>Setting up patients for meals and assisting them with feeding and opening food containers, maintaining calorie counts and recording intake/output measures (I and Os).</li><li>Taking patient vital signs, completing intake and output data and daily weights accurately and documenting results completely.</li><li>Performing EKGs as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Performing blood glucose monitoring as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Documenting patient information in a timely, accurate and complete manner, on patient flow sheets.</li><li>Providing end of life care, including comfort measures only and post mortem care.</li><li>Collecting, labeling, and sending/transporting specimens to the lab with the appropriate lab slips/requisitions attached.</li><li>Initiating patient belongings tracking form and properly securing patient belongings in accordance with hospital policy and in conjunction with the RN. Consults with RN, if patient declines to secure their belongings or have their belongings sent home with family member or friend.</li><li>Responding promptly and courteously to all patient call lights and patient requests and seeking assistance from co-workers, as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining patient rooms in an orderly and clean manner and stocking patient rooms, with needed supplies and equipment.</li><li>Making routine room rounds to un-clutter, clean and organize patient rooms/areas, when needed.</li><li>Checking inventories and restocking/replacing/assembling patient equipment and supplies.</li><li>Disposing of trash, soiled linens, medical waste and disposable items, appropriately.</li><li>Initiating and performing spot and spill cleaning, as needed.</li><li>Performing regular checks per policy and procedure to ensure that equipment is operating properly and has current safety inspections/expiration dates, before patient use.</li><li>Identifying broken/expired equipment/supplies, removing from service and notifying Charge RN/Staff Nurse.</li><li>Performing initial cleaning/decontamination of equipment/materials, e.g., removing reusable equipment from isolation rooms, and arranging for terminal cleaning, as appropriate.</li><li>Identifying emergency/crisis situations and initiating appropriate response actions, within the scope of her/his role. Responses include immediate communication of such events to the RN and assisting the nurse during and after the emergency, as directed.</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Additional Job Details (if applicable)</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Remote Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Onsite<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Location</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
75 Francis Street<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
36<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Employee Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Regular<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Night (United States of America)<p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range</b></p>
$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly<p></p><p><b><br>
Grade</b></p>
3<br>
<p></p>
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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&rsquo;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.<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</b></h2><div><div><p>
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership &ldquo;looks like&rdquo; 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.</p></div></div></div>

Patient Care Assistant I

<div>Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.<p></p><p><br>
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.</p><br>
<p></p>
A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p>
A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.<br>
<br>
Summary
<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Assistant II functions as a member of the patient care team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), and proficiently and consistently performs all aspects of the PCA role. The Patient Care Assistant II is responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. In addition, the PCA II is responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and taking an active role in the efficient operation of the unit. The PCA II will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family<br>
Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.<br>
<br>
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes<br>
<br>
Essential Functions<br>
<br>
<ul><li>PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT</li><li>Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks, in cooperation with licensed nurse and takes appropriate action to reduce and/or eliminate the risks. For example: maintains proper bed height, uses side rails and alarms appropriately, places call light within patient reach, provides frequent patient checks and assists patient with ambulation, as indicated.</li><li>Makes routine patient room rounds to address patient needs.</li><li>Follows and maintains restraint policies, under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Before utilizing any restraints, checks with the licensed nurse.</li><li>Provides 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury.</li><li>Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.</li><li>Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients, to prevent personal injury.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS</li><li>Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.</li><li>Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.</li><li>Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.</li><li>Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.</li><li>Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.</li><li>Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self, as a Patient Care Assistant.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES</li><li>Efficiently organizes time and prioritizes patient care needs. Works with other patient care assistants, when possible to facilitate patient care.</li><li>Provides assistance to co-workers, as requested.</li><li>Adapts to changing patient and unit needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.</li><li>Communicates with Charge Nurse/Nursing Supervisor to coordinate break periods with unit activities. Maintains visibility on the unit and does not leave work area, without appropriate notification to the Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION</li><li>Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures and work rules.</li><li>Demonstrates an understanding of hospital emergency codes and how to call a code.</li><li>Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices and memos.</li><li>Reads and reviews meeting minutes and clinical updates.</li><li>Participates in staff meetings and appropriate in-services.</li><li>Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks. Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient&rsquo;s condition and/or monitoring alarms (for example: change in vital signs, change in patient&rsquo;s mental status, complaints of pain, abnormal blood sugar, patient fall or other injury, patient concerns with care).</li><li>Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.</li></ul>
<br>
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY<br>
<ul><li>Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION</li><li>Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, nonclinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services, distributing patient mail/flowers, arranging room to ensure necessary personal care items are available &amp; accessible (includes call lights), distributing nourishments, changing linens &amp; clothing, refilling ice packs, running patient errands or other duties, as assigned by the RN.</li><li>In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light, positioning, transferring, walking, toileting and feeding.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>COMPETENCY</li><li>Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations, (for example: DPH, JCAHO, Boston fire codes, OSHA).</li><li>Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies and care standards. Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include, but are not limited to: application of external monitors, use of the CPM machine, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.</li><li>Assists in the orientation of new patient care assistants and serves as a resource to float staff.</li><li>QUALITY IMPROVEMENT</li><li>Participates in hospital wide and unit based SEAQ programs and activities, as indicated.</li><li>Communicates any concerns related to quality patient care to the Nursing Director or Nurse Director, Clinical Leader and/or Nursing Supervisor.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT CARE</li><li>Completes patient care, as assigned by the licensed nurse, according to hospital policy and procedure. Patient care includes:</li><li>Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Preparing room for admission and ensuring patients have appropriate identification bands upon admission and throughout their hospitalization.</li><li>Transporting patients and their belongings and their equipment and supplies, as needed and as part of the transfer/discharge process.</li><li>Providing personal care to patients including, bathing and skin care, shaving, mouth care, grooming, perineal care and changing linens, as per hospital protocols.</li><li>Providing basic skin care including but not limited to: back rubs, routine diabetic foot care, application of non-medicated ointments, application of elastic stockings, ace wraps, and compression boots, turning and repositioning patients every two hours, and other associated tasks.</li><li>Assisting the patient with elimination including, care of a urinary and condom catheter, use of bedpan, commode, toileting schedules, emptying colostomy bags, urinals and urinary drainage bags.</li><li>Carrying out planned patient care measures that provide patient comfort and pain relief such as, coordinating care to provide rest periods, minimizing noise, assisting in bed positioning.</li><li>Providing 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury and also providing the duties of the PCA II for the assigned patient.</li><li>Performing simple dressing changes, using aseptic technique.</li><li>Assisting nurse/health team members during simple and complex treatments or procedures.</li><li>Setting up patients for meals and assisting them with feeding and opening food containers, maintaining calorie counts and recording intake/output measures (I and Os).</li><li>Taking patient vital signs, completing intake and output data and daily weights accurately and documenting results completely.</li><li>Performing EKGs as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Performing blood glucose monitoring as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Documenting patient information in a timely, accurate and complete manner, on patient flow sheets.</li><li>Providing end of life care, including comfort measures only and post mortem care.</li><li>Collecting, labeling, and sending/transporting specimens to the lab with the appropriate lab slips/requisitions attached.</li><li>Initiating patient belongings tracking form and properly securing patient belongings in accordance with hospital policy and in conjunction with the RN. Consults with RN, if patient declines to secure their belongings or have their belongings sent home with family member or friend.</li><li>Responding promptly and courteously to all patient call lights and patient requests and seeking assistance from co-workers, as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining patient rooms in an orderly and clean manner and stocking patient rooms, with needed supplies and equipment.</li><li>Making routine room rounds to un-clutter, clean and organize patient rooms/areas, when needed.</li><li>Checking inventories and restocking/replacing/assembling patient equipment and supplies.</li><li>Disposing of trash, soiled linens, medical waste and disposable items, appropriately.</li><li>Initiating and performing spot and spill cleaning, as needed.</li><li>Performing regular checks per policy and procedure to ensure that equipment is operating properly and has current safety inspections/expiration dates, before patient use.</li><li>Identifying broken/expired equipment/supplies, removing from service and notifying Charge RN/Staff Nurse.</li><li>Performing initial cleaning/decontamination of equipment/materials, e.g., removing reusable equipment from isolation rooms, and arranging for terminal cleaning, as appropriate.</li><li>Identifying emergency/crisis situations and initiating appropriate response actions, within the scope of her/his role. Responses include immediate communication of such events to the RN and assisting the nurse during and after the emergency, as directed.</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Additional Job Details (if applicable)</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Remote Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Onsite<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Location</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
75 Francis Street<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
36<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Employee Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Regular<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Rotating (United States of America)<p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range</b></p>
$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly<p></p><p><b><br>
Grade</b></p>
3<br>
<p></p>
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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&rsquo;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.<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</b></h2><div><div><p>
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership &ldquo;looks like&rdquo; 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.</p></div></div></div>

Patient Care Assistant Neurology BWH

<div>Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.<p></p><p><br>
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.</p><br>
<p></p>
A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p>
Summary
<br>
<br>
The Patient Care Assistant II functions as a member of the patient care team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), and proficiently and consistently performs all aspects of the PCA role. The Patient Care Assistant II is responsible for supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique and responding to medical emergency situations utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. In addition, the PCA II is responsible for responding to the needs of patients and family members and taking an active role in the efficient operation of the unit. The PCA II will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family<br>
Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.<br>
<br>
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes<br>
<br>
Essential Functions<br>
<br>
<ul><li>PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT</li><li>Anticipates and identifies patient safety risks, in cooperation with licensed nurse and takes appropriate action to reduce and/or eliminate the risks. For example: maintains proper bed height, uses side rails and alarms appropriately, places call light within patient reach, provides frequent patient checks and assists patient with ambulation, as indicated.</li><li>Makes routine patient room rounds to address patient needs.</li><li>Follows and maintains restraint policies, under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Before utilizing any restraints, checks with the licensed nurse.</li><li>Provides 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury.</li><li>Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.</li><li>Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving and assisting patients, to prevent personal injury.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS</li><li>Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.</li><li>Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.</li><li>Delivers care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to and demonstrates respect for patient diversity.</li><li>Respects and maintains the confidentiality and privacy of patient, employee and hospital information at all times.</li><li>Works cooperatively with all staff members and takes appropriate steps to resolve interpersonal conflicts. Seeks assistance from RN, Nursing Director or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.</li><li>Dresses appropriately and according to dress code requirements, including wearing visible hospital I.D. badge that identifies self, as a Patient Care Assistant.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES</li><li>Efficiently organizes time and prioritizes patient care needs. Works with other patient care assistants, when possible to facilitate patient care.</li><li>Provides assistance to co-workers, as requested.</li><li>Adapts to changing patient and unit needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.</li><li>Communicates with Charge Nurse/Nursing Supervisor to coordinate break periods with unit activities. Maintains visibility on the unit and does not leave work area, without appropriate notification to the Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION</li><li>Reviews and is knowledgeable of appropriate policies, procedures and work rules.</li><li>Demonstrates an understanding of hospital emergency codes and how to call a code.</li><li>Utilizes hospital E-mail to access staff meeting minutes, notices and memos.</li><li>Reads and reviews meeting minutes and clinical updates.</li><li>Participates in staff meetings and appropriate in-services.</li><li>Maintains timely ongoing verbal communication with RN throughout the shift, regarding patient condition including, the status of completing delegated tasks. Recognizes and notifies RN immediately of any significant change in a patient&rsquo;s condition and/or monitoring alarms (for example: change in vital signs, change in patient&rsquo;s mental status, complaints of pain, abnormal blood sugar, patient fall or other injury, patient concerns with care).</li><li>Accurately collects and records patient data (vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care/monitoring, other) and complies with hospital documentation standards to ensure a complete and accurate patient record.</li></ul>
<br>
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY<br>
<ul><li>Maintains and fosters a teamwork approach to patient care.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION</li><li>Addresses patient comfort and information needs by providing informative, nonclinical information to patients and families, orienting patients/visitors to the hospital, unit, patient room services, distributing patient mail/flowers, arranging room to ensure necessary personal care items are available &amp; accessible (includes call lights), distributing nourishments, changing linens &amp; clothing, refilling ice packs, running patient errands or other duties, as assigned by the RN.</li><li>In collaboration with the licensed nurse, reinforces the patient education provided by the nurse and provides patients/families with basic patient care instruction, such as instruction for using the call light, positioning, transferring, walking, toileting and feeding.</li></ul>
<br>
<ul><li>COMPETENCY</li><li>Complies with established practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and regulations, (for example: DPH, JCAHO, Boston fire codes, OSHA).</li><li>Maintains and demonstrates compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies and care standards. Maintains competence in relation to a variety of technical skills that may include, but are not limited to: application of external monitors, use of the CPM machine, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, applying simple dressings and Heartsaver CPR and AED skills.</li><li>Assists in the orientation of new patient care assistants and serves as a resource to float staff.</li><li>QUALITY IMPROVEMENT</li><li>Participates in hospital wide and unit based SEAQ programs and activities, as indicated.</li><li>Communicates any concerns related to quality patient care to the Nursing Director or Nurse Director, Clinical Leader and/or Nursing Supervisor.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>PATIENT CARE</li><li>Completes patient care, as assigned by the licensed nurse, according to hospital policy and procedure. Patient care includes:</li><li>Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Preparing room for admission and ensuring patients have appropriate identification bands upon admission and throughout their hospitalization.</li><li>Transporting patients and their belongings and their equipment and supplies, as needed and as part of the transfer/discharge process.</li><li>Providing personal care to patients including, bathing and skin care, shaving, mouth care, grooming, perineal care and changing linens, as per hospital protocols.</li><li>Providing basic skin care including but not limited to: back rubs, routine diabetic foot care, application of non-medicated ointments, application of elastic stockings, ace wraps, and compression boots, turning and repositioning patients every two hours, and other associated tasks.</li><li>Assisting the patient with elimination including, care of a urinary and condom catheter, use of bedpan, commode, toileting schedules, emptying colostomy bags, urinals and urinary drainage bags.</li><li>Carrying out planned patient care measures that provide patient comfort and pain relief such as, coordinating care to provide rest periods, minimizing noise, assisting in bed positioning.</li><li>Providing 1:1 monitoring as a patient observer, for patients at risk for injury and also providing the duties of the PCA II for the assigned patient.</li><li>Performing simple dressing changes, using aseptic technique.</li><li>Assisting nurse/health team members during simple and complex treatments or procedures.</li><li>Setting up patients for meals and assisting them with feeding and opening food containers, maintaining calorie counts and recording intake/output measures (I and Os).</li><li>Taking patient vital signs, completing intake and output data and daily weights accurately and documenting results completely.</li><li>Performing EKGs as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Performing blood glucose monitoring as directed and according to Hospital and Nursing Department Policy and Procedure.</li><li>Documenting patient information in a timely, accurate and complete manner, on patient flow sheets.</li><li>Providing end of life care, including comfort measures only and post mortem care.</li><li>Collecting, labeling, and sending/transporting specimens to the lab with the appropriate lab slips/requisitions attached.</li><li>Initiating patient belongings tracking form and properly securing patient belongings in accordance with hospital policy and in conjunction with the RN. Consults with RN, if patient declines to secure their belongings or have their belongings sent home with family member or friend.</li><li>Responding promptly and courteously to all patient call lights and patient requests and seeking assistance from co-workers, as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining patient rooms in an orderly and clean manner and stocking patient rooms, with needed supplies and equipment.</li><li>Making routine room rounds to un-clutter, clean and organize patient rooms/areas, when needed.</li><li>Checking inventories and restocking/replacing/assembling patient equipment and supplies.</li><li>Disposing of trash, soiled linens, medical waste and disposable items, appropriately.</li><li>Initiating and performing spot and spill cleaning, as needed.</li><li>Performing regular checks per policy and procedure to ensure that equipment is operating properly and has current safety inspections/expiration dates, before patient use.</li><li>Identifying broken/expired equipment/supplies, removing from service and notifying Charge RN/Staff Nurse.</li><li>Performing initial cleaning/decontamination of equipment/materials, e.g., removing reusable equipment from isolation rooms, and arranging for terminal cleaning, as appropriate.</li><li>Identifying emergency/crisis situations and initiating appropriate response actions, within the scope of her/his role. Responses include immediate communication of such events to the RN and assisting the nurse during and after the emergency, as directed.</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Additional Job Details (if applicable)</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Remote Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Onsite<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Location</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
75 Francis Street<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
40<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Employee Type</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Regular<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Night (United States of America)<p></p><p><b><br>
Pay Range</b></p>
$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly<p></p><p><b><br>
Grade</b></p>
3<br>
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At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><br>
EEO Statement:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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&rsquo;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.<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</b></h2><div><div><p>
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership &ldquo;looks like&rdquo; 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.</p></div></div></div>

Patient Care Assistant 4BC7C BWH

Daley And Associates, LLC

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    We are currently seeking candidates for an Executive Assistant opportunity with a global investment firm based in Boston, MA. &nbsp;The Executive Assistant will be responsible for proactive calendar management, coordinating domestic and international travel, preparing reports and presentations, and providing additional support as needed.&nbsp;The ideal candidate will have 0-2+&nbsp;years of administrative experience, preferably in financial services.&nbsp;
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