Full-Time Patient Care Associate (AM Shift)

Yale New Haven Health; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate to assist with direct patient care under RN supervision. The role requires CNA credentials or related clinical training, basic life support, and strong communication with patients and families.

You will participate in bedside reporting and uphold safety and quality standards in a busy hospital setting. Responsibilities include vital signs, patient identification checks, and supporting the care team through shift rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA credential or related clinical training preferred.
• Two years of direct patient care experience may be required per department policy.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within the probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, perform selected tasks to support patient care and report findings.
• Obtain and record vital signs as directed by RN and document deviations.
• Assist with safe patient handling, ID verification, and routine treatments as assigned.
• Communicate with patients and families, and participate in bedside handoffs.
• Rotate assignments to meet patient care needs and maintain professional behavior.

Skills

CNA credential

BLS certification

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/clinical training background

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate to assist with direct patient care under RN supervision. The role requires CNA credentials or related clinical training, basic life support, and strong communication with patients and families.

You will participate in bedside reporting and uphold safety and quality standards in a busy hospital setting. Responsibilities include vital signs, patient identification checks, and supporting the care team through shift rotations.