Patient Care Associate Newborn Family per diem
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate - Newborn Family

Why This Role Is Important?

As part of the obstetrical and pediatric service Blake 13 cares for Postpartum women. The unit also has a nursery for newborns that meet level I or level II criteria as determined by DPH regulation and medical evaluation.

The patient care delivery model is Family Centered Care with an emphasis on moms and babies rooming in together to enhance the bonding experience.

The staff is committed to providing highly skilled, high quality family centered care to the newborn babies and families.

Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. PCA assists patients with daily living needs, monitoring & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner.

Schedule

Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm), Evening (3pm-11pm), and Night (7pm-7am, 11pm-7a) Rotational holiday and weekend schedule

What do we have to offer?

• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• Full comprehensive benefits packet, inclusive of travel discounts, MBTA subsidy and health savings.
• Employee Perks, Weekly pay, and retirement package.

About Mass General Hospital

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with an exciting and fulfilling career.

Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve extraordinary things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally.

If you are looking for a significant and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you! We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Qualifications

• Required: Must have recent experience, and/or training, in clinical patient care.
• Preferred: Licensed, certified or enrolled student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT accredited program, at the time of hire, OR
• Candidate enrolled in a Nursing, Pre-Med, PA undergraduate program, with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed, at time of hire.

EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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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