Compassionate Patient Care Technician – Floating

Prisma Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across multiple units as part of the Facility Resource Pool. You will assist with ADLs, vital signs, and patient transport under supervision, contributing to a safe and compassionate care environment.

The role involves floating to various units, ensuring adherence to policies, and collaborating with licensed staff to support patient needs and comfort. Training and competency validation are required for unit-specific duties.

Qualifications

• Completion of nursing assistant or equivalent patient care training is preferred.
• Experience or certification in patient care tech, EMT, paramedic, or related nursing support roles is advantageous.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures and document care accurately in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice under licensed staff supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility assistance.
• Perform data collection including vital signs and documentation in EMR.
• Assist with admissions, orientation, and unit routine to ensure patient comfort.
• Support with patient transport to diagnostics and unit transfers.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient areas and safe environment; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Compassionate care

Adaptability

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Nursing assistant training

EMT/Paramedic training

Phlebotomy training

Nursing fundamentals course

Job description

Prisma Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across multiple units as part of the Facility Resource Pool. You will assist with ADLs, vital signs, and patient transport under supervision, contributing to a safe and compassionate care environment.

The role involves floating to various units, ensuring adherence to policies, and collaborating with licensed staff to support patient needs and comfort. Training and competency validation are required for unit-specific duties.