Patient Care Associate (PCA)
About The Position
Patient Care Associate-Critical Care St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island. St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.
Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED Required
- Previous hospital experience or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including bathing, toileting, hydration, nutrition, ambulation, turning and positioning patients
- Selected technical skills include phlebotomy, 12 lead EKGs, arrhythmia detection, vital signs, and glucose monitoring
- Documentation of patient activities
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
