Patient Care Associate

3 days ago


Hackensack, New Jersey, United States Hackensack Meridian Health Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Patient Care Associate to join our team at Hackensack Meridian Health. As a Patient Care Associate, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide hygiene and comfort care to patients, including bathing, toileting, feeding, and bed making.
  • Take vital signs under the direction of the RN and document electronically according to Medical Center policy.
  • Perform and document glucose finger stick/heel stick and collect other specimens as directed by the RN.
  • Observe and document patients' intake and output.
  • Maintain BLS certification and initiate interventions in emergent situations.
  • Assist with patient transport to and from the unit/department.
  • Provide a safe patient environment by answering all call lights promptly and communicating with the RN immediately for any changes in patient condition.
  • Act in the patient sitter role when needed.
  • Monitor inventory, order supplies, and equipment, and procure all items as needed using established channels.
  • Perform A/D/T functions and patient charge entries.
  • Initiate and maintain patients' medical records in accordance with established policies.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Completion of one of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Patient Care Technician program, or Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited school of nursing, or HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, or equivalent medical background experience.
  • The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education, and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs, and blood sugar.
  • At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred or eligible for the HMH PCT apprentice program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and are committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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