"Clinical Assistant, Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit (PIMCU) - 36hrs"

Department Summary

The Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit (PIMCU) provides care for a patient population requiring a more acute level of care but do not require invasive monitoring. Common diagnoses are asthma, bronchiolitis, diabetic ketoacidosis, apnea, multisystem disorders and patients needing BiPAP and CPAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Under regular supervision and following established procedures and instructions, providing basic direct care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
• Assisting patients with feeding and hygiene, obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of unit.
• Transporting patients, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to Registered Nurse.
• 36hrs; rotating days/nights and every third weekend.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

A HS Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1 year CA experience, CAN, MA, PCT or EMT certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation. Good communication skills and the ability to work on a team. The ability to: exchange information on factual matters, greet visitors, explain hospital policies and relay messages to appropriate personnel. All interactions require courtesy and respect.

NOTE: This is a permanent position and we are unable consider temporary hires, for example, summer only.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.