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Patient Care Associate, Correctional Health Services
3 months ago
About NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychhc.org and stay connected on facebook.com/nycHHC or Twitter@hhcnyc.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation’s leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation’s largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City’s criminal justice reform efforts.
Shifts
(12a-8:30a)
(8a-4p)
Job Description
Supervised by:
REGISTERED NURSEON-SITE DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Qualifications:
A four year high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required Successful completion of a NYS Department of Health prescribed training Program for phlebotomy BCLS Certification and Computer Competency required HIV Pre and Post Test Counseling training/certification
Completion of a Patient Care Associates or Nursing Attendant Training with Certification
General Duties:
The Patient Care Associate under the direction of a licensed nurse or other medical staff in the health care setting assists the professional staff by performing, veni-puncture, finger-sticks, HIV Pre and Post Test Counseling, Rapid HIV Testing, responding and assisting with emergencies, various clerical and health related duties associated with patient care (ADLs as indicated) and contributing to the safety, care and comfort of patients. The duties are assigned by and are performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Patient Care Associate may be required to perform the duties listed below and other duties involving same type, area of responsibility. Patient care associates also observe their patient’s mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Responsibilities:
Administer total care (bed bath, partial or complete) Assist with patient’s personal hygiene – including skin care, mouth care, shaving, etc.
Transfers patients – in and out of bed, stretcher and wheel chair. Including physical and mechanical lifting
Positions patients and carry out range of motion exercise
Assists with ambulating and all ADL as directed
Prepares patients for meals and assist with feeding as needed
Assists with unit admission and transfer of patient
Makes beds and tidies patient area for bed ridden patients
Takes and document in the electronic medical records all patient’s vital signs – B/P, TPR, weights, intake and output and performs EKGs as required and follow outlined procedures for faxing abnormal EKGs
Performs dry sterile dressing changes and assists with other patient treatment
Administers hot and cold applications to patients, under supervision
Maintains intake and output for oral and body excretions
Notify MD/Nurse Staff of any changes in patient’s status Performs urine testing by dipstick and fractionalization
Chaperon staff in all clinical areas when requested
Maintains competency in nursing skills as detailed in the clinical Performance checklist for Nursing Assistant
Assist with Nursing Follow-ups and transmit necessary information to laboratory electronically.
Anticipates and acts to maintain a safe environment
Performs job functions in a manner that promotes efficient use of resources
Must wait for relief at change of tour by staff with same title (relieving PCA)Document all encounters in Electronic Medical Records
Complete Encounter forms every shift
Activities
Perform HIV Pre and Post test counseling
Perform rapid HIV Test
Enter data in the rapid HIV database and electronic medical record.
Fax rapid HIV testing information to the Nursing Office every tour.
Perform Quality controls
Perform EKGs and fax information
Perform EKGs and fax information
Assist with New Admission processing
Perform Veni-puncture
Maintenance of Unit:
Clean equipment, e.g., thermometers, B/P machine, EKG machine, suction machine, refrigerators, and other treatment equipment
Stock and replenish supplies in all clinic areas, including stationery supplies
Maintain cleanliness of surface area of treatment and exam rooms
Maintain security precautions with keys, locked areas, and equipment
Human Relations Skills:
Assists other employees where needed
Is responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow associates, patients, visitors, and Department of Correction personnel.
Maintains friendly working atmosphere.
Maintains professional attitude.
Maintains professional appearance and adheres to uniform policy of the Department of Nursing.
Accepts constructive criticism as evidenced by appropriate changes in behavior.
Utilizes established channels of communication.
Recognizes, accepts, and respects people as individuals.
Recognizes limitations and seeks assistance appropriately.
Able to give and receive verbal and written information
Working Conditions:
Because patents require round the clock care, working hours include days, nights weekends and holidays. PCA’s are required to stand for long periods of time. Employees are encouraged to safely move patents and use alternative methods whenever possible; alternative methods include requesting assistance to roll/lift/transfer patients. PCAs may face hazards from exposure to chemical and infectious diseases. In addition, they have to treat patients that are confused, irrational, agitated and/or uncooperative.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds
Ability to stand for extended periods
Fine motor skills
Visual acuity
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
2. Successful completion of a NYS Department of Health prescribed training program for Phlebotomy, satisfactory to the Laboratory Director; and
3. Completion of a health care setting-based training program in the performance of electrocardiographs and basic life support procedures including certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.
Special Note:
In addition to meeting the qualifications above, assignment to a long-term care facility requires a New York State Nurse’s Aide Certificate.
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or mail your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:
NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services
Talent Acquisition
Human Resources Department
55 Water Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10041
Attn: Talent Acquisition
If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
