Compassionate Patient Care Associate

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support patient care under the direction of a Clinical Nurse. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, performing ECGs, and collaborating with the healthcare team to meet patient needs.

Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and a CNA or equivalent certification. Effective communication and the ability to work as a unified team are essential.

This position primarily operates in New Haven, Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; and CNA or equivalent.
• Two years of relevant direct patient care experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining and recording vital signs.
• Perform technical duties like ECGs for patient care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Communicate and interact professionally with patients and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care support

Collaboration

Ability to prioritize

CNA certification or equivalent

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA or Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support patient care under the direction of a Clinical Nurse. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, performing ECGs, and collaborating with the healthcare team to meet patient needs.

Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and a CNA or equivalent certification. Effective communication and the ability to work as a unified team are essential.

This position primarily operates in New Haven, Connecticut.