Unit Care Associate - Full-Time Evenings (Emergency Department - Wayne)

St. Joseph's Health • Wayne, NJ

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, provides basic care to acutely ill patients. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Performs EKG's and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Requirements

• Work requires a High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at time of hire or must obtain BLS certification within 6 months of hire
• 1 of the following:
• PCA/PCT (Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician) diploma with 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience within the last 6 months in an healthcare setting
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification
• EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing school program and has completed Nursing Fundamentals level coursework in lieu of PCA/PCT diploma/certification
• provides evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamental level coursework
• evidence of completion in a Nursing Assistant training program
• 5 to 7 years of previous direct patient care hospital experience.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy/blood drawing experience preferred but will train

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living
• Provides basic care to acutely ill patients
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment
• Performs EKG's
• Performs Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED