Oncology Patient Care Associate

Yale New Haven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, is hiring a Patient Care Associate to assist nurses and deliver basic patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy in vital signs, safety checks, and bedside reporting, with duties across patient care activities and unit support.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/EMT or related clinical training, BLS certification, and the ability to communicate in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA/EMT or related clinical training or education preferred.
• Successful completion of orientation and ability to work with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, assist in patient care and report deviations to the RN.
• Obtain and record vital signs as ordered and ensure correct patient identification.
• Assist in treatments and activities contributing to safe and efficient patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff and participate in bedside report.
• Relocate and rotate to meet patient care needs and support the care team.
• Deliver medications from pneumatic tube system to the appropriate licensed practitioner.

Skills

Speak and write English proficiently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, is hiring a Patient Care Associate to assist nurses and deliver basic patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy in vital signs, safety checks, and bedside reporting, with duties across patient care activities and unit support.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/EMT or related clinical training, BLS certification, and the ability to communicate in English.