Job Title: Patient Care Associate (PCA) – Specialty Services
Location: New York, NY
Contract Duration: 13+ weeks (with possible extension)
Shifts Available:
Night: 11:00 PM – 7:15 AM
Evening: 3:00 PM – 11:15 PM
Morning: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is an essential member of the clinical care team, providing direct patient care and support services to ensure patient-focused care within specialty units. The PCA assists Registered Nurses (RNs) with clinical tasks, patient activities of daily living, and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient care environment.
Measure and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respirations) and intake/output.
Assist with clinical procedures, including specimen collection, EKGs, venipuncture, post-mortem care, and maintaining skin integrity.
Support patients with daily living activities: feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulation, and positioning.
Assist with dietary functions, including meal delivery, menu collection, and nutritional reporting.
Maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment, including room upkeep and patient comfort.
Perform one-to-one or close observation for patients requiring monitoring.
Follow infection control and isolation protocols under RN guidance.
Conduct purposeful rounding with focus on patient comfort, pain awareness, and toileting needs.
Document care activities and notify RNs of issues or missed rounding.
Use communication systems (e.g., Vocera) appropriately and maintain documentation.
Support diverse patient populations with cultural sensitivity and respect for individual needs.
Assist with unit logistics, including patient transport, specimen delivery, and supply maintenance.
Perform shared duties across units: emergency cleanup, discharge bedmaking, updating logs, and assembling medical records.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
AHA HeartSaver or BLS certification required.
3–9 months of healthcare experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize, adapt to complex situations, and work effectively in a team.
Physical stamina and dexterity to perform patient care and unit support tasks.
Ability to work in varied clinical and environmental settings.
13+ week assignment, with possible extension.
Multiple shifts available, including mornings, evenings, and nights.
Opportunity to work in diverse specialty units in a hospital setting.
For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.com/516-862-1203
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