Trauma Surgery Patient Care Associate (CNA)

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support direct patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse. You will work with patients and families, collect vital signs, perform ECGs, and assist in coordinating care with the multidisciplinary team.

CPR certification is required, and a high school diploma or GED with CNA or equivalent experience is expected. The role emphasizes PFCC, collaboration, and professional communication across patient groups, with a focus on safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA or equivalent (e.g., Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Student Nurse with one semester of clinical experience) preferred.
• Experience: 2 years direct patient care or education per placement; must complete Competency Based Training and Practicum.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, peers, and supervisor; ability to prioritize and adjust work plans; teamwork; CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, assists with selected tasks to support assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient needs and responses to treatment.
• Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN.
• Performs selected treatments and activities to contribute to safe, efficient patient care, including 12-lead ECG and Lead II monitoring.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, addressing patient and family needs with cultural sensitivity.
• Communicates professionally with patients, families, and staff; covers the Business Associate desk in the absence of the BA, under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Teamwork

CPR

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA or equivalent (e.g., Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Student Nurse with clinical experience)

Job description

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Patient Care Associate to support direct patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse. You will work with patients and families, collect vital signs, perform ECGs, and assist in coordinating care with the multidisciplinary team.

CPR certification is required, and a high school diploma or GED with CNA or equivalent experience is expected. The role emphasizes PFCC, collaboration, and professional communication across patient groups, with a focus on safety