High-Acuity ICU Patient Care Associate

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is a leading academic medical center dedicated to care, research, and education in Philadelphia. The Patient Care Associate works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver optimal patient care, performing selected procedures and assisting with treatments as delegated.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, teamwork, and adherence to policies in a busy hospital unit. Required credentials include Basic Cardiac Life Support and Certified Nurse Assistant, plus a

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required).
• Certified Nurse Assistant (Required).
• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required).
• CNA certification or nursing student who has completed a clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver optimal patient care.
• Performs selected procedures or assists with treatments as delegated by the nurse.
• Integrates cost effective measures into nursing practice and maintains unit supplies.
• Documents observations and care rendered on the patient record in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, and hospital staff to support patient safety and care.
• Attends mandatory inservices and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification or nursing student with clinical rotation

Job description

Penn Medicine is a leading academic medical center dedicated to care, research, and education in Philadelphia. The Patient Care Associate works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver optimal patient care, performing selected procedures and assisting with treatments as delegated.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, teamwork, and adherence to policies in a busy hospital unit. Required credentials include Basic Cardiac Life Support and Certified Nurse Assistant, plus a