Patient Care Assistant: Vital Signs & Mobility Support

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 57.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the evening shift to support the nursing team in a hospital setting in Albany, NY. The PCA will collect patient data, provide personal care, perform point-of-care testing, assist with mobility, and help with discharge planning during transitions in acute care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED; preferred candidates have under 1 year of healthcare experience or CNA training, with basic medical terminology

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Honesty, punctuality and ethical conduct as defined by Albany Med Health System.
• Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively with patients, family members and staff.

Responsabilidades

• Collects patient data including vital signs, height/weight, intake/output.
• Assist with personal care, mobility and comfort to patients.
• Perform point-of-care testing and assist with care planning and nursing reports.
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly environment and document care in patient records.

Conhecimentos

Basic medical terminology

Communication skills

Punctuality

Honesty

Team collaboration

Formação

High School Diploma or GED

Descrição da vaga

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the evening shift to support the nursing team in a hospital setting in Albany, NY. The PCA will collect patient data, provide personal care, perform point-of-care testing, assist with mobility, and help with discharge planning during transitions in acute care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED; preferred candidates have under 1 year of healthcare experience or CNA training, with basic medical terminology