Day Shift Patient Care Associate: EKG & Venipuncture

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b retirement plan with companymatch

Paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Employee Assistance Program

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Labor & Delivery unit in Paterson, NJ. This role supports acutely ill patients with daily living activities and basic care, while maintaining a safe, clean environment on-site during daytime hours.

The position requires a HS diploma, BLS within 6 months, and relevant PCA/CNA credentials or nursing program enrollment with Fundamentals coursework. EKG and venipuncture duties may be performed under RN direction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• PCA/PCT diploma with 6 months to 1 year healthcare experience in the last 6 months.
• CNA certification or PCA/PCT diploma with NHCA certification.
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program with Nursing Fundamentals coursework.
• Evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamentals coursework or Nursing Assistant training.
• PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide or CMA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and basic care.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Perform EKGs and venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

PCA/PCT diploma with 6 months to 1 year healthcare experience

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

PCA/PCT diploma with NHCA certification

Enrolled in nursing school with Nursing Fundamentals coursework

Completion in Nursing Fundamentals coursework

Evidence of Nursing Assistant training program

PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide or CMA experience

Job description

St. Joseph's Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate for the Labor & Delivery unit in Paterson, NJ. This role supports acutely ill patients with daily living activities and basic care, while maintaining a safe, clean environment on-site during daytime hours.

The position requires a HS diploma, BLS within 6 months, and relevant PCA/CNA credentials or nursing program enrollment with Fundamentals coursework. EKG and venipuncture duties may be performed under RN direction.