Job Summary
The Patient Care Associate provides hands-on support to patients with daily activities and delivers basic care to people experiencing acute illness. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse, this role contributes to patient comfort and safety while completing assigned clinical tasks, including EKGs and venipuncture.
Responsibilities
- Help patients with activities of daily living and provide basic care to acutely ill patients.
- Support a safe environment for patients and those involved in their care.
- Perform clinical procedures, including EKGs and venipuncture, as directed by a Registered Nurse.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Relevant certification, such as PCA/PCT, CNA, or EMT.
- Obtain Basic Life Support certification within six months of hire.
St. Joseph's Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
