Certified Nursing Assistant

Mass General Brigham

. Function as a member of the patient care team under the direction of the Registered Nurse .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeJamaica Plain • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care techniques, including blood glucose monitoring and EKG completion, while effectively utilizing Heartsaver CPR and AED skills. Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills to support patient and family-centered care in a clinical environment.

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Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (CNA/PCT)Heartsaver CPR AED - American Heart Association (AHA)Patient Care TechniquesBasic Medical TerminologyInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Blood Glucose MonitoringEKG CompletionAseptic TechniqueBasic Math CalculationsComputerized Information EntryPatient Care Assistant RoleMedical Emergency ResponsePatient and Family Centered Care ModelClinical CompetencyMedical Terminology Interpretation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsStress ManagementInterpersonal Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (CNA/PCT)Heartsaver CPR AED - American Heart Association (AHA)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical TasksNursing Assistant Training ProgramFundamentals of NursingMed/Surgical Clinical Rotation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function as a member of the patient care team under the direction of the Registered Nurse
Perform all aspects of the Patient Care Assistant role
Support the RN with clinical tasks, including blood glucose monitoring, completing EKGs, applying simple dressings, using aseptic technique, and responding to medical emergencies
Utilize Heartsaver CPR and AED skills during medical emergency situations
Respond to the needs of patients and family members
Take an active role in the efficient operation of the unit
Assure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [CNA/PCT] credential required
Heartsaver CPR AED - American Heart Association (AHA) required
Certified Nursing Assistant or current Nursing Student who has completed Fundamentals of Nursing or equivalent med/surgical clinical rotation
Successful completion of an approved nursing assistant training program
Ability to effectively speak, read and write using the English language
Ability to pass clinical competency, basic math and reading testing
Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements
Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations
Ability to enter and retrieve computerized information
Physical ability to push, transfer, and pull heavy loads throughout assigned shift
Physical ability to meet core job requirements in accordance with practice setting demands
Effective interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with nursing staff, patients, families/visitors, physicians, and other hospital staff
Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
Ability to manage stress related to patient care issues and changing hospital climate and personnel issues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
Equal employment and advancement opportunities