Pca Float Pool Patient Care Assistant Bwh

Summary

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating.

Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

Performs vital signs, weights / heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and / or as requested.

Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.

Interacts with patients and their families effectively.

Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and transferring between bed and wheelchair.

Listens to patient health concerns and reports them to nurses.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan 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.

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%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead.

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.

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