Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Yale New Haven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks a Patient Care Associate to support RN-led patient care under supervision. You will assist with direct and indirect tasks, reporting vital signs and ensuring accurate patient identification to maintain safety and quality in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA or equivalent training, and strong communication in English with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• CNA credential or completion of related healthcare training is required or preferred.
• Basic English proficiency and ability to communicate with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Under RN direction, perform selected patient care tasks to support assessment and planning.
• Record vital signs as ordered and report deviations to the RN.
• Assist in safe delivery of patient care and ensure accurate patient identification and safe medication handling.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA credential or equivalent

Job description

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks a Patient Care Associate to support RN-led patient care under supervision. You will assist with direct and indirect tasks, reporting vital signs and ensuring accurate patient identification to maintain safety and quality in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA or equivalent training, and strong communication in English with patients and staff.