The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate - Pediatric ICU




About the Patient Care Associate (PCA) Role in the PICU Dept.



This unit is a multidisciplinary 14 bed Intensive Care Unit for children from birth to the age of 19. Families are valued from the moment they enter the unit, and the nursing staff is artful at assessing their needs and establishing an individualized plan to meet them. As the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit of the MGB Network, this unit serves a culturally and clinically diverse, high acuity patient population from a wide catchment area.



Skills



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, 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 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 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 adopting 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 crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.