Float Pool Patient Care Associate

Albany Medical College; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Associate for the Float Pool in Albany, NY. You will collect patient data, provide personal care, assist with mobility, and support transitions toward discharge under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, infection control, and accurate documentation. A high school diploma is required; CNA training or related health care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Less than 1 year health care experience or CNA course preferred.
• Paramedic or emergency technician experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology (Medium proficiency).
• Honest, punctual, and ethical conduct per Albany Med Health System.

Responsibilities

• Collects patient data including vital signs.
• Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting).
• Assist with mobility and turning/positioning.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose).
• Document care in patient records and communicate with RN.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

CNA course preferred

Tools

Medical terminology

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Associate for the Float Pool in Albany, NY. You will collect patient data, provide personal care, assist with mobility, and support transitions toward discharge under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, infection control, and accurate documentation. A high school diploma is required; CNA training or related health care experience is preferred.