Patient Care Tech, Nursing Assistant
UMass Memorial Health
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Southbridge • Massachusetts • United States
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About the role
- Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients
- Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee
- Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment
- Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment
- Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities
- Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pulse oximetry)
- Performs EKGs and Point of Care tests and bladder scanning as required
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school education or GED
- Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner
- Basic computer skills
- Basic Medical Terminology knowledge
- Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations
- Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I
- Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training
- Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients
Benefits
- This position may have a signing bonus available
- UMass Memorial Health offers competitive compensation
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
- Employer recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
vital signs monitoringEKG performancePoint of Care testingbladder scanningpatient mobility assistancepersonal hygiene assistancebody mechanicssafety techniquespatient care technician competencyclinical care training
Soft Skills
clear communicationinterpersonal skillscalm under stressrelationship buildingcollaborative workexceptional serviceconcise writingobservation skillsproblem-solvingempathy
Certifications
Basic Life Support certificationhigh school diplomaGED