Patient Care Associate - (Med/Surg/General Surgery) - Full Time Days

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Associate to join their compassionate team. In this vital role, you will assist patients with daily living activities, provide essential care to acutely ill individuals, and ensure a safe and clean environment. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic setting, contributing to the well-being of patients and supporting a team recognized for its excellence in nursing. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference in a respected healthcare institution, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification at hire or within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and provide basic care.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for patients.

Skills

Patient Care Assistance

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

PCA/PCT Diploma

CNA Certification

Job description

Patient Care Associate - (Med/Surg/General Surgery) - Full Time Days

Paterson, NJ, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, providing basic care to acutely ill patients, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and performing EKGs and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Requirement:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• PCA/PCT diploma with 6 months to 1 year of recent healthcare experience OR
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR
• PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification OR
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completed Nursing Fundamentals coursework OR
• Evidence of completion of Nursing Fundamentals coursework OR
• Completed Nursing Assistant training program OR
• PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide, or CMA experience

Preferred:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

Note: Effective January 2019, certifications for BLS, ACLS, and PALS must be granted through the American Heart Association.

Additional Requirements (varies by date):

From 9/12/2019 to 9/20/2021:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification at hire or within 6 months
• Phlebotomy/blood drawing experience preferred but will train
• One of the following:
• PCA/PCT diploma with recent healthcare experience OR
• CNA certification OR
• PCA/PCT diploma with NCHA certification OR
• EMT certification OR
• Enrolled in nursing school with completed Fundamentals coursework OR
• Evidence of Fundamentals coursework OR
• Completed Nursing Assistant training OR
• 5-7 years of direct patient care hospital experience

Prior to 9/12/2019:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification at hire or within 6 months
• Phlebotomy experience preferred but will train
• One of the following:
• PCA/PCT diploma with recent healthcare experience OR
• CNA certification OR
• PCA/PCT diploma with NCHA certification OR
• EMT certification

About Us

St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for its skilled and compassionate staff, making it one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

About the Team

St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is a top-tier academic trauma center accepting complex cases and offering a wide range of specialty services, including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, surgical, women’s health, imaging, and pediatrics.

The nursing team has received the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence since 1999 and the 2010 Magnet Prize, recognizing outstanding nursing standards.

Job Info

• Job Identification 20250244
• Job Category Clinical
• Posting Date 02/13/2025, 03:20 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations St. Joseph's University Medical Center (On-site)