What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Associate, Per Diem - East Sandwich position at Mass General Brigham?
Description :
Provide direct patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Nurse.
- 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.
- SRN Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.
Qualifications : Education / Degree
Required :
Experience / Certification
Required :
Preferred :
Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)
Required :
Preferred :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Environment : Activity
Amount o f Time Spent
None
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Outdoor weather conditions
Extreme cold (non weather)
Work in high place(s)
Work in confined space(s)
Risk of electrical shock
Risk of radiation exposure
Exposure to blood borne pathogens
Flammable / explosive gases
Toxic / caustic chemicals
Dust or other irritants
Grease or oils
Hazardous specimens
Exposure to lab animals
