Clinical Assistant, NICU

77894BR

Patient Services-Nursing

Status
Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week
40

Job Category
Nursing Support

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular

Office/Site Location
Boston

Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

This NICU Clinical Assistant will be responsible for:

  • Under the supervision of the registered nurse the Clinical Assistant (CA) will help provide basic bedside nursing care for complex medical and surgical neonatal patients.
  • In collaboration with the registered nurse, the CA may be responsible for obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs, and oxygen saturation measurements, while identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
  • The CA may assist with transporting patients, stocking of supplies and equipment as needed.
  • The CA role provides the opportunity to practice in a family centered environment.

To qualify, you must have:

  • 1-year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
  • A HS Diploma or equivalent.
  • Good communication skills.
  • The ability to work within a team.
  • The ability to work a schedule of 12 hour shifts, 50% day/night rotation, every third weekend
    with holiday requirements.

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including an affordable health, vision and dental insurance, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement and discounted rates on T-passes (50% off). Discover your best.

Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.