- Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient's health or situation, including vital signs, height and weight, and food and fluid intake and output.
- Reports abnormal findings to the RN and patient care team.
- Participates in care planning and the nursing report process.
- Incorporates patient/family rights to participate in decision making about their care
- Utilizes standardized techniques for keeping patients and families informed.
- Provides personal care to patients including bathing, oral care, and skin care
- Assists the patient with eating and hydration, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Incorporates safe patient handling into basic restorative care such as ambulation, range of motion and use of assistive and prosthetic devices.
- Employs strategies to promote a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
- Demonstrates standard and transmission, based precautions and infection control techniques.
- Provides details related to patient progress toward the achievement of goals and outcomes to the RN.
- Documents all care in the patient record.
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. or equivalent - required
- less than 1 year experience in a health care setting or completion of certified nurse assistant course - preferred
- experience as a paramedic, emergency technician - preferred
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology (Medium proficiency)
- Honest, punctual, and performs the job in adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined by Albany Medical Center and the tenets of the profession.
- Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively with patients, family members, employees and others.
- Standing - Constantly
- Walking - Constantly
- Sitting - Rarely
- Lifting - Frequently
- Carrying - Frequently
- Pushing - Occasionally
- Pulling - Occasionally
- Climbing - Occasionally
- Balancing - Occasionally
- Stooping - Frequently
- Kneeling - Frequently
- Crouching - Frequently
- Crawling - Occasionally
- Reaching - Frequently
- Handling - Frequently
- Grasping - Frequently
- Feeling - Constantly
- Talking - Constantly
- Hearing - Constantly
- Repetitive Motions - Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
-
Associate Health Care Fiscal Analyst
2 weeks ago
Health, Department of Albany, United States**Minimum Qualifications** · "Permanent Transfer: Current NYS Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as an Associate Health Care Fiscal Analyst, SG-23; OR a current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent c ...
-
Associate Health Care Fiscal Analyst
2 weeks ago
Health, Department of Albany, United States**Minimum Qualifications** · Permanent Transfer: Current NYS Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as an Associate Health Care Fiscal Analyst, SG-23; OR a current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent co ...
-
Associate Health Care Management Systems Analyst
2 weeks ago
Health, Department of Albany, United States**Minimum Qualifications** · Current NYS Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive status as an Associate Health Care MSA, G-23 OR a NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a tit ...
-
Associate Health Care Management Systems Analyst
3 weeks ago
Health, Department of Albany, United States**Minimum Qualifications** · Current permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive status as an Associate Health Care MSA, G-23 OR a NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a title at or above a G-21 and deemed eligible for ...
-
Imaging Care Associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Diagnostic Radiology · Work Shift: · Weekend_Night (United States of America) · Salary Range: Min. $18.00/hr - Max $20.00/hr · The Diagnostic Medical Imaging Care Associate functions as a member of the patient care-centered health team under the supervision of ...
-
Care Management Associate
1 week ago
CVS Pharmacy Albany, United StatesThe Care Management Associate supports comprehensive coordination of medical services including Care team intake, screening, and supporting the implementation of care plans to promote effective utilization of healthcare services. Promotes/supports qu Management, Associate, Medica ...
-
Health Care Associate
2 weeks ago
The San Mateo County Bar Association Albany, United StatesNixon Peabody's Health Care Practice Group is seeking to hire a motivated mid-level associate. The successful candidate can be based in any NP office, including – New York City, Long Island, Chicago, Los Angeles, Providence, or Albany. This position is also open to candidates who ...
-
Patient Care Associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, United StatesDepartment/Unit:Medical - Surgical C3EWork Shift:Night (United States of America)Patient Care Associate, Albany Medical/Surgical Hospitalist C3EThe Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will colle ...
-
patient care associate
2 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Medical/Surgica Pulmonary Renal Hospitalist - E5 · Work Shift: · Day (United States of America) · Patient Care Associate, Albany · Medical/Surgical Pulmonary Renal · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During ...
-
Patient Care Associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · EmUrgent Care - Glenville · Work Shift: · Per Diem (United States of America) · Welcome to Albany Medical Center, providing excellent care to our community each day. We have an exciting opportunity for Patient Care Associates to join our team. · An ideal candid ...
-
Resident Care Associate
1 week ago
Trilogy Health Services New Albany, United StatesTrilogy Health Services - JobID: [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Resident Care Associate at Trilogy Health Services, you'll: Provide general assistance and services to the residents; Display enthusiastic and motivated attitude and show passion in serving others...Hiring Im ...
-
Resident Care Associate
1 week ago
Trilogy Health Services New Albany, United StatesTrilogy Health Services - JobID: [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Resident Care Associate at Trilogy Health Services, you'll: Provide general assistance and services to the residents; Display enthusiastic and motivated attitude and show passion in serving others...Hiring Im ...
-
Patient Care Associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, United States Part timeDepartment/Unit: · Medical - Surgical C3E Work Shift: · Night (United States of America)Patient Care Associate, Albany · Medical/Surgical Hospitalist C3E · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PC ...
-
Patient Care Associate
2 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · The Birth Place - Gyn · Work Shift: · Staffing Options Program (United States of America) · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, complete persona ...
-
Care Management Associate
5 days ago
CVS Health Albany, United StatesCVS Health - JobID: [Retail Sales / Team Member] As an Associate at CVS, you'll: Focus on the customer by giving a warm and friendly greeting, maintaining eye contact and offering help locating additional items, when needed; Accurately perform cashier duties; Maintain the sales f ...
-
patient care associate
2 weeks ago
Albany Med Health System Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Colorectal Surgery & Urology - C2 · Work Shift: · Night (United States of America) · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, complete personal care ...
-
patient care associate
2 weeks ago
Albany Med Health System Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Colorectal Surgery & Urology - C2 · Work Shift: · Day (United States of America) · Hourly Range: $19 - $23 · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, ...
-
patient care associate
2 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Medical/Surgica Pulmonary Renal Hospitalist - E5 · Work Shift: · Staffing Options Program (United States of America) · Hourly Range: $19 - $23 · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work per ...
-
patient care associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Colorectal Surgery & Urology - C2 · Work Shift: · Night (United States of America) · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, complete personal care ...
-
patient care associate
3 weeks ago
Albany Medical Center Albany, NY , USA, United StatesDepartment/Unit: · Colorectal Surgery & Urology - C2 · Work Shift: · Day (United States of America) · Hourly Range: $19 - $23 · The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, ...
Patient Care Associate - Albany, United States - Albany Medical Center
Description
Department/Unit:
Medical/Surgica Pulmonary Renal Hospitalist - E5Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)Patient Care Associate, AlbanyMedical/Surgical Pulmonary Renal
The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse. During the assigned work period, PCAs will collect patient data, complete personal care of the patient, perform point of care testing such as whole blood glucose, turn & position and/or mobilize patients, and assist with caring for the needs of assigned patients with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The PCA is trained to perform technical procedures such as blood draw and electrocardiography. The Patient Care Assistant promotes the availability of resources for patient care through collaboration with Material's Coordinators for use, stocking, and storage of supplies.
The Patient Care Assistant participates in the creation and maintenance of a clean, orderly, and safe environment of care. PCAs may also be asked to provide the service of activity companion for patients requiring 11 observation.
The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care provided by the caregiving team. They assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Salary Range: $18.00/hr - $20.00/hr
Physical Demands
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center
Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center
Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.