Patient Care Associate: Compassionate Team Player

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the Clinical Nurse in delivering patient-centered care at our New Haven facilities. You will perform direct and indirect patient care, document vital signs, and assist with procedures while upholding PFCC principles and exemplary service.

Qualification includes a high school diploma or GED with CNA or equivalent, two years of relevant care experience, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED; CNA or equivalent.
• Two years direct patient care experience or equivalent education.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds and maintain proper body mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Under RN direction, reports information to assist assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs.
• Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN.
• Performs technical duties and treatments contributing to safe, efficient patient care.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and communicates with patients, families and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or GED; CNA or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the Clinical Nurse in delivering patient-centered care at our New Haven facilities. You will perform direct and indirect patient care, document vital signs, and assist with procedures while upholding PFCC principles and exemplary service.

Qualification includes a high school diploma or GED with CNA or equivalent, two years of relevant care experience, and CPR certification.