Patient Care Associate II, Emergency Dept, Full Time, Night

Position Summary

Provides technical support to physicians and nurses. Assists professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care to include performing EKGs, finger stick glucose, phlebotomy, wound care, obtaining and recording vital signs, and performing materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures. Applies a variety of orthopedic splints, applies post suture and superficial abrasion dressings, and assists patients with correct crutch fitting.

About the Role

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, recent experience in a comparable role in a hospital setting, or a valid current and active certification from an approved credentialing organization. Alternatively, a current and enrolled nursing student who has completed and passed the “Fundamentals of Nursing” course is also eligible. Previous experience in performing phlebotomy/EKG and basic emergency care, operating emergency room equipment, and operating a computer utilizing various software applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKGs, finger stick glucose, phlebotomy, wound care, obtaining and recording vital signs
• Applies orthopedic splints, applies post suture and superficial abrasion dressings
• Aids in materials management and maintenance as directed
• Assists patients with correct crutch fitting
• Operates emergency room equipment
• Operates a computer utilizing a variety of software applications

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Recent experience in a comparable role in a hospital setting
• Valid current and active certification from an approved credentialing organization
• Current and enrolled nursing student who has completed and passed “Fundamentals of Nursing” course
• Successfully complete 8-week PCA Fundamentals Program
• Previous experience in performing phlebotomy/EKG and basic emergency care, operating emergency room equipment, and operating a computer utilizing various software applications

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology
• Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers
• Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests
• Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing)

Special Skills

• May vary depending on assigned area
• Able to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods
• Able to handle frequent interruptions
• Able to adapt to changes in workload and work schedule

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Night

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retail Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Pay

$21.90 - $27.37 (per hour)