Job Title: Patient Care Associate
Location: New York, NY 10019
Guaranteed Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Duration: 2+ Months
Pay Rate: $21.25/Hour
3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Monday – Friday)
Seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Care Associate to assist in a Specialty Service unit. This role involves supporting nurses, performing clinical tasks, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a safe healthcare environment.
Assist patients with daily care, including bathing, feeding, toileting, and mobility support.
Monitor and record vital signs, intake/output, and pain levels.
Perform clinical procedures such as EKGs, venipuncture, specimen collection, and post-mortem care.
Ensure patient safety through one-on-one observation for high-risk individuals.
Maintain a clean and organized patient environment.
Respond to patient needs, assist visitors, and facilitate patient transport.
Support administrative tasks, including record updates and specimen transportation.
Completion of a Patient Care Associate Orientation Program.
3–9 months of healthcare experience preferred.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
BLS Certification (AHA Required)