Patient Care Associate - PCA 25-24951

Job Title: Patient Care Associate

Location: New York, NY 10019
Shift: Night Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:15 AM | 5 Days/Week + Every Other Weekend
Pay Rate: $20/hour
Floating Requirement: Required to float to all Med-Surg units

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Patient Care Associate to support nursing and clinical teams across multiple Med-Surg units during night shifts. The PCA plays a vital role in delivering patient-focused care, assisting with daily living activities, performing clinical tasks, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and document vital signs, intake/output, and pain levels

• Assist with activities of daily living: feeding, bathing, oral care, toileting, ambulation

• Support dietary tasks including tray delivery, patient menu completion, and supplement preparation

• Perform clinical procedures including:

  • Specimen collection, venipuncture, EKGs

  • Application of compression devices

  • Post-mortem care

• Maintain patient safety through close observation and purposeful rounding

• Set up and assist with procedures as directed by the RN

• Ensure rooms are tidy: remove trash, strip beds, and support environmental cleanliness

• Provide comfort and support to patients and their families

• Answer call bells and phones, relay messages, and interact with visitors

• Perform emergency clean-up, transport, and discharge preparations

• Maintain supply levels and operate equipment (e.g., pneumatic tube system)

• Respect cultural and individual diversity in patient care

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• AHA HeartSaver or BLS Certification – Required

• Completion of Patient Care Associate Orientation (if applicable)

• 3–9 months of healthcare or direct patient care experience – Preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks, exercise judgment, and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment

• Physical stamina to perform clinical duties and lift or transport patients as needed

Work Environment:

• Rotating responsibilities across Medical-Surgical units

• Exposure to a variety of patient conditions and clinical settings

• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with emphasis on safety and compassion