CNA Jobs in Bulfinch Triangle Historic District, MA

CNA Full-time
Hebrew Senior Life

Patient Care Associate I

Hebrew Senior Life Boston, MA
Job Description: Job Description: The primary role of the Patient Care Associate (PCA), is to protect, sustain, and nurture the patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the patient’s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the Patient Care Associate, is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the patients. The Patient Care Associate, 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 Patient Care Associate, will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize 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 floors/households, and strive to make every 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 withall interactionswith patients and with families Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork Articulates commitmentto excellence and high quality care Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care III. Position Responsibilities: Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families Recognize and communicate changes in the 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 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 patient’s electronic medical record Report accidents and incidents as they occur Report any observed or suspected 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, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed Follow infection control practices Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement Maintain cleanliness of the patient’s room and common program areas Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks Participate in committee meetings Other duties as assigned and trained to perform IV. Qualifications : Long term chronic care PCA and MCU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing school, having completed first clinical experience. RSU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going. Fluent English skills required – verbal and written Computer literacy required Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs Pass PCA skills test with 70% or greater V.Physical Requirements Please refer to the Physical Requirements sheets in Occupational Health Remote Type On-site Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
CNA Full-time
Pembroke Hospital

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Pembroke Hospital Pembroke, MA
Responsibilities Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Opportunity - Pembroke Hospital is a 120-bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility located south of Boston, in Pembroke, MA. Situated on 26 acres, we offer inpatient and partial hospitalization treatment to teens, adults and older adults, and our services are designed to assess, stabilize, and treat patients by addressing their primary symptoms and problems. At Pembroke Hospital, all positions begin and end with caring for the Patient . By Listening Deeply and Understanding the Story of our Patients, we will Make a Difference in the Lives we Touch. Our CNAs are a vital part of Pembroke Hospital’s treatment team. This is a full time position with an opportunity to work on the day, evening, or overnight shift. Our full time positions require employees to work every other weekend and there is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts. As a CNA, you will: Conducts 15-minute patient checks properly and in accordance with Hospital policy. Conducts 1:1 monitoring properly and in accordance with hospital policy. Actively participates in patient treatment plans to enable optimum patient outcomes. Provides personal care when patient is unable to do so, including bathing, feeding, dressing, shaving and toileting. Provides routine patient care in order to ensure safety and quality care. May include patient restraint when necessary. Always maintains appropriate boundaries with staff and patients. Takes and reports vital signs and collects specimens at specified intervals or as directed. Co-leads and participates in treatment modalities, including groups. Benefit Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries Shift differentials are paid for evening, night and weekend shifts Student Loan Repayment - $200/month for full time Tuition Reimbursement - $5,000 per year About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Requirements Certification: Current MA CNA Certification required Education: High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's Degree in psychology or related human services field desirable Experience: 1 year of experience in the behavioral health field preferred EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.