Compassionate Patient Care Associate

Mount Sinai Morningside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Morningside invites applications for a Patient Care Associate to support the clinical care team and assist the registered nurse in patient care activities. You will help patients with daily living tasks, collect specimens, perform delegated procedures, and maintain a clean, safe environment.

The role includes monitoring vital signs, documenting data, assisting with mobilization, and coordinating with care teams to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of completion of a medical assistant/patient care assistant program/equivalent.
• Sufficient English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• American Heart Association Heartsaver or BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care activities and activities of daily living.
• Record vital signs and assist with procedures as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and proper patient transport.
• Assist with dietary function and meal delivery at bedside.
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication with patients and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Patient care

Attention to safety

Education

High School Diploma

Medical assistant/patient care program certificate

Tools

AHA Heartsaver Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Mount Sinai Morningside invites applications for a Patient Care Associate to support the clinical care team and assist the registered nurse in patient care activities. You will help patients with daily living tasks, collect specimens, perform delegated procedures, and maintain a clean, safe environment.

The role includes monitoring vital signs, documenting data, assisting with mobilization, and coordinating with care teams to ensure patient comfort and safety.