Certified Nursing Assistant, 40 hours, Permanent Evenings, E / O Weekend

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our care teams are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, the BMC nursing team is advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all, so you can deliver the type of care you know your patients deserve.

As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That's why you'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth. There's never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC Patient Care Technician.

Position : Patient Care Technician

Department : Surgical Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit

Schedule : 40 Hours, Evenings with every other weekend and holiday

ABOUT THE Critical Care / Surgical Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER :

The surgical / neuro science intensive care unit (SNICU) is a 28 bed unit that provides post-operative care to BMC's most complex patients. Patient types include trauma, neurology, cardiac surgical, vascular surgery and general surgery.

POSITION SUMMARY :

As a Patient Care Technician in our Critical Care department, you will be a key member of the healthcare team at BMC. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, our Patient Care Technicians provide direct clinical and support services. Using our patient-centered care model and uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, you will participate in the delivery of care to our patients and their families. You will also work cooperatively with all healthcare team members to provide a variety of support services to meet patient, family, and staff needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the Critical Care department and their families.
• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to : obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.
• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the Critical Care dept.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the Critical Care dept., ensuring quality patient / family clinical outcomes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

One year of previous experience as a Patient Care Technician in an acute hospital setting

Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation

Completed an approved Patient Care Technician training

Completed an approved certified medical assistant training

One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)

JOB BENEFITS :

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans

According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.