Critical Care Patient Care Associate, MICU & SDU

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp. seeks a Patient Care Associate to support patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse.

The role includes assisting with assessments, reporting information, and performing clinical tasks to ensure high-quality care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing routine treatments, and collaborating with the care team, with emphasis on patient- and family-centered care and exemplary service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, peers, and supervisors.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust work plans based on patient and unit needs.
• Ability to work as part of a unified care team and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Engage in tasks under the Clinical Nurse to assist in patient assessment, planning, and evaluation.
• Obtain and record vital signs as delegated by the RN.
• Perform technical duties and treatments contributing to safe, efficient patient care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to address patient and family needs with cultural sensitivity.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp. seeks a Patient Care Associate to support patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse.

The role includes assisting with assessments, reporting information, and performing clinical tasks to ensure high-quality care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing routine treatments, and collaborating with the care team, with emphasis on patient- and family-centered care and exemplary service.