PCA Co-Op
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Nursing at Brigham and Women's Hospital is known for excellent clinical practice and for keeping patients and their families at the center of all they do. The Nursing Student/PCA supports the Registered Nurse with clinical tasks and responds to the needs of patients and family members.
Job description
Job Summary
Nursing at Brigham and Women's Hospital is known for excellent clinical practice and for keeping patients and their families at the center of all they do. The Nursing Student/PCA supports the Registered Nurse with clinical tasks and responds to the needs of patients and family members.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the RN with clinical tasks, including, but not limited to glucometry, EKGs, and vital signs.
- Responding to the needs of patients and family members and takes a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.
Qualifications
- Certification as a nursing assistant preferred. If the state of MA is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA course work will suffice.
- Nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters' programs.
- Bi-lingual skills preferred.
- Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- May not currently hold a valid nursing license.
Requirements
- Certification as a nursing assistant preferred
- Nursing student who has completed fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component
- Strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters' programs
- Bi-lingual skills preferred
- Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- May not currently hold a valid nursing license
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials
- Premiums
- Bonuses
- Recognition programs
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.