Description The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate - Ellison 14 Burn & Plastic Surgical Unit
Why This Role Is Important?
Ellison 14 is a twenty-one bed adult patient care area. Fourteen of the twenty one beds are populated by general care burn, and plastic and reconstructive surgery patients. This patient population has a wide variety of diagnoses and undergoes many types of surgical and medical interventions, including reconstructive and cosmetic procedures (e.g., free tissue transfers, replantation/revascularization, composite vascularized allografts, leech therapy).
Seven of these beds are dedicated to care of the critically ill burn patient. As a Regional Burn Center verified by the American Burn Association in conjunction with the American College of Surgeons, the staff of the Sumner Redstone Burn Center provides comprehensive, collaborative care. Within its physical confines, care is provided across the continuum: acute phase through out-patient follow-up. . There are four Bacteria Controlled Nursing Units (BCNU), designed primarily for patients with significant risk of infection from body surface area injury (i.e., thermal, chemical or electrical burns and Toxic
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.
Skills
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.
About Us
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 a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding 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.
Primary Location: MA-Boston-MGH Main Campus Work Locations: MGH Main Campus 55 Fruit Street Boston 02114 Job: Nursing Support-Other Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Schedule: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1 Shift: Rotating Posted Shift Description: Rotating per diem Employee Status: Regular Recruiting Department: MGH Nursing Job Posting: Nov 8, 2024