Patient Care Associate - Full-Time 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (ICU/CCU - Wayne)
St. Joseph's Health•Wayne, NJ
About The Position
The Patient Care Associate assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic care to acutely ill patients. The role also helps maintain a safe and clean environment and performs EKGs and venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire. Effective January 2019, St. Joseph’s Health requires BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications to be granted through the American Heart Association.
- Meet one of the following qualification pathways: PCA/PCT diploma and 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience within the last 6 months in a healthcare setting; CNA certification; PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification; EMT certification; enrollment in an accredited nursing school program with Nursing Fundamentals coursework completed, in lieu of a PCA/PCT diploma or certification; evidence of completion of Nursing Fundamentals-level coursework; evidence of completion of a Nursing Assistant training program; or PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide, or CMA experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Provide basic care to acutely ill patients.
- Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Perform EKGs and venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
