SUMMER Dotson Nursing Fellowship 2024

Summer Schedules starting: June 3, 2024

**Simmons University Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 BSN graduates are encouraged to apply**

The Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program serves African American, Latina, Asian, and Native American (ALANA) students in the nursing programs at Simmons University. Through mentorship, leadership training, volunteerism, and career counseling, the program has empowered ALANA and first-generation nursing students for over a decade, investing in their success as learners, healthcare professionals, and leaders.

Positions available for Patient Care Associate and Unit Coordinator in all specialty areasof Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) for students of the Dotson Nursing Fellowship and the Simmons University Nursing program.

Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA),

• Assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment.
• Assists patients with daily living needs, monitoring & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs.
• Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner.
• Requires considerable amounts of warmth, empathy, and patience, but it also requires professionalism and skill.

The responsibilities of the Unit Coordinator (UC):

• Play a critical role in patient care by serving as the central source of information by communicating with patients, families and medical staff.
• Transcribe medical charts for patients to ensure that the medical treatments and procedures are carried out and order supplies for the unit.
• Acts as the central contact person for the nursing unit; performs transcription, clerical and reception duties; and will become an expert user in Epic.
• Work under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee to coordinate the non-nursing/non-clinical activities essential to the effective functioning of the nursing unit.
• Requires a high degree of accuracy and strong communications skills.

About Mass General Hospital

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

• Must be a current Nursing Student at Simmons University and member of the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program or ALANA.
• CNA related experience or currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed one clinical rotation.
• HS Diploma
• Knowledge of English language sufficient to read, speak, and write accurately
• Knowledge of simple arithmetic
• Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self