Patient Care Associate 32 Hour Day Shift

Job Description

Position Summary - 32 hours – Days: 8-hour shifts, every other weekend (6:45 AM–3:15 PM).

The primary role of the Nursing Assistant is to protect, sustain, and nurture the residents/patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the resident/patient’s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the nursing assistant is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the residents/patients. The nursing assistant works as a member of a team that seeks to achieve a home like setting while maintaining excellence in all areas of care.

In addition, the nursing assistant will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize resident/patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the unit/households, and strive to make every resident/patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Core Competencies

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with residents and with families
• Articulates importance of supporting independence and resident choice when caring for residents
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
• Articulates commitment to excellence and high quality care
• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and resident care

III. Position Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to the needs of the residents/patients and families
• Recognize and communicate changes in the resident/patient’s condition to the appropriate nursing team member
• *Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment
• Participate in Quality Improvement programs
• *Assist residents/patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans
• *Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the resident/patient’s electronic medical record.
• Report accidents and incidents as they occur
• Report any observed or suspected resident/patient abuse immediately
• Observe and report skin integrity
• Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed
• *Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, blood glucose levels, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed
• Perform electrocardiograms and bladder scans
• Follow infection control practices
• Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
• *Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the resident/patient according to HIPPA regulations
• *Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, residents/patients and families
• Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage resident/patient engagement
• Maintain cleanliness of the resident/patient’s room and common program areas
• Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks
• Participate in committee meetings
• Other duties as assigned

IV. Qualifications

• RSU Nursing Assistants: MA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written
• BLS / CPR Certification within 90 days of hire required
• Computer literacy required
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs
• Core care competencies
• Remote Type:

On-site

Salary Range:

$15.00 - $28.00