Patient Care Assistant - Acute Care (Day Shift)

St. Mary's General Hospital; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for a full-time, day-shift position. You will assist patients with daily living activities and support the RN in maintaining a safe environment within a busy acute care unit.

The hospital emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care and offers a comprehensive benefits package. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

Medical Terminology

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Phlebotomy Certification

EKG Certification

Job description

St. Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for a full-time, day-shift position. You will assist patients with daily living activities and support the RN in maintaining a safe environment within a busy acute care unit.

The hospital emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care and offers a comprehensive benefits package. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG credentials.