Patient Care Associate: M2 - 36hrs/week, Nights

Position Overview Department/Unit: Orthopedics & Spine Unit-M2 Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Salary Range: $41,923.00 - $54,500.00 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 Materiel 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 observation. The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers. Responsibilities Collect patient data; complete personal care; perform point‑of‑care testing such as whole blood glucose; turn, position and/or mobilize patients; assist with patient transitions toward discharge within the acute care stay; blood draw; electrocardiography; collaborate with Materiel Coordinators for supplies; maintain clean and safe environment; assist caregiving team; provide activity companion for observation patients. Qualifications Experience in patient care and ability to perform technical procedures such as blood draw and ECG. Integrity, compassion, and ability to comply with HIPAA and federal and New York State regulations. The role may require access to sensitive information. Benefits Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing EEO Statement Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr