PACU Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Student

Mass General Brigham

. Provide direct and indirect care to perioperative patients .

Posted 9/17/2026part-timeJamaica Plain • Massachusetts • United StatesEntry Level💰 $19 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in providing direct and indirect care to perioperative patients, including EKGs, blood glucose monitoring, and effective communication. Capable of maintaining patient-centered care while adhering to hospital standards and managing stress in a dynamic environment.

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EKG MonitoringBlood Glucose MonitoringHeartsaver CPR and AED SkillsPatient Data CollectionEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

EKG MonitoringBlood Glucose MonitoringBasic Math CalculationsMedical Terminology InterpretationPatient Data Recording

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsStress Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Heartsaver CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Perioperative CarePatient EducationPatient TransportPatient Condition MonitoringFamily-Centered Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct and indirect care to perioperative patients
Facilitate each patient’s readiness for surgery
Perform EKGs and blood glucose monitoring
Support Perianesthesia procedures within scope
Respond to medical emergencies using Heartsaver CPR and AED skills
Transport patients and equipment safely throughout the hospital
Secure equipment and supplies
Monitor and report patient condition and significant changes to the RN
Collect and record patient data, including vital signs, intake and output, blood sugar, weights, restraint care and monitoring
Provide non-clinical information and orient patients and visitors
Reinforce nurse-provided patient education and provide basic care instructions
Maintain patient and family-centered care and comply with hospital standards, policies and competencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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 communication and interpersonal skills
Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
Ability to manage stress related to patient care and changing hospital and personnel issues
Technical skills may include EKGs, blood glucose monitoring, simple dressings, Heartsaver CPR and AED skills
Per diem requirement: 16 shifts in 6 months, including at least 1–2 weekend shifts per month
Minimum 8-hour shifts; weekend and holiday rotation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities