Patient Care Associate - Orthopedics (Day Shift)

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to work under the direction of a Registered Nurse in Elective Orthopedics. The role focuses on data collection, personal care, mobility, and supporting patient progress toward discharge.

The PCA performs point-of-care testing and basic nursing tasks, collaborating with the care team to maintain a clean, safe environment. Training includes blood draw and ECG; experience in patient handling is preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Collect vital signs and patient data.
• Provide personal care, feeding, mobility and comfort.
• Document care in patient records and charts.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and vital signs as part of patient assessment.
• Report abnormal findings to the RN and care team.
• Participate in care planning and nursing report process.
• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming and hygiene.
• Assist with eating, hydration, and basic activities of daily living.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and proper infection control.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to work under the direction of a Registered Nurse in Elective Orthopedics. The role focuses on data collection, personal care, mobility, and supporting patient progress toward discharge.

The PCA performs point-of-care testing and basic nursing tasks, collaborating with the care team to maintain a clean, safe environment. Training includes blood draw and ECG; experience in patient handling is preferred. Equal opportunity employer.