Patient Care Associate 8 hour Days EVERY OTHER WEEKEND

Job Description:I. Position Summary: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 with all interactions with patients and with familiesArticulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patientsDemonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamworkArticulates commitment to excellence and high quality careArticulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient careIII. Position Responsibilities:Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and familiesRecognize and communicate changes in the patient’s condition to the appropriate nursing team memberAdhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environmentParticipate in Quality Improvement programsAssist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plansDocument pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient’s electronic medical recordReport accidents and incidents as they occur Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediatelyObserve and report skin integrity Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as neededBe proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directedFollow infection control practicesAttend and participate in ongoing training and educational classesMaintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulationsCommunicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and familiesFacilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement Maintain cleanliness of the patient’s room and common program areasPrepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacksParticipate in committee meetingsOther duties as assigned and trained to performIV. Qualifications:Long term chronic care 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 writtenComputer literacy requiredFlexibility and ability to work independently and collaborativelyMust complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programsRemote TypeSalary Range:$15.00 - $28.00