Patient Care Associate (PCA) / (CNA) – Contract - PC#001

Job Title: Patient Care Associate (CNA) – Contract
Location: New York, NY 10003
Duration: 8 Weeks
Schedule: 40 hours/week | 5 days/week | 8 hours/day | Varied Shifts
Pay Rate: $20 – $26 per hour

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join a clinical care team in a hospital setting. In this role, you will support registered nurses in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring a safe and clean environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and record patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations)
• Document intake/output and patient pain levels
• Assist with clinical procedures such as specimen collection, venipuncture, EKGs, and compression device application
• Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including feeding, bathing, toileting, and mobility
• Assist with patient ambulation and positioning
• Support dietary needs by delivering meal trays and assisting with menu selection
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment
• Perform one-to-one patient observation when required (e.g., safety monitoring)
• Follow infection control and isolation protocols
• Conduct routine patient rounding and report concerns to nursing staff
• Transport patients, specimens, and equipment as needed
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Respond to call systems and communicate effectively with team members and visitors

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS or AHA Heartsaver Certification (Required)
• Minimum 2 years of recent hospital CNA/PCA experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and ability to perform patient care duties

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–9 months of additional healthcare experience in an acute care setting
• Experience working in specialty units or hospital environments

For more details contact at mdeshpande@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.