Patient Care Associate - Correctional Health Services (Full time, 12am-8am)

Position Summary Patient Care Associate – Full‑time, 200 Construction Way, Flushing, NY 11371, Correctional Health Services, NYC Health + Hospitals. Hourly rate: $25. Offered by PAGNY. Responsibilities Administers total care (bed bath, partial or complete). Assists with patient's personal hygiene – including skin care, mouth care, shaving, etc. Transfers patients – in and out of bed, stretcher and wheelchair including physical and mechanical lifting. Positions patients and carries out range of motion exercises. Assists with ambulating and all ADL as directed. Prepares patients for meals and assists with feedings as needed. Assists with unit admissions and transfer of patient. Makes beds and tidies patient area for bedridden patients. Takes and documents in the electronic medical records all patient's vital signs – B/P, TPR, weights, intake and output and performs EKGs as required and follows outlined procedures for faxing abnormal EKGs. Performs dry sterile dressing changes and assists with other patient treatments. Administers hot and cold applications to patients, under supervision. Maintains intake and output for oral and body excretions. Notifies MD/Nurse Staff of any changes in patient's status. Performs urine testing by dipstick and fractionalization. Chaperons staff in all clinical areas when requested. Maintains competency in nursing skills as detailed in the clinical performance checklist for Nursing Assistant. Assist with nursing follow-ups and transmits necessary information to laboratory electronically. Anticipates and acts to maintain a safe environment. Performs job functions in a manner that promotes efficient use of resources. Must wait for relief at change of tour by staff with same title (relieving PCA). Documents all encounters in Electronic Medical Records. Completes encounter forms every shift. Activities Perform HIV pre and post test counseling. Perform rapid HIV test. Enter data in the rapid HIV database and electronic medical record. Fax rapid HIV testing information to the Nursing Office every tour. Perform quality controls. Perform EKGs and fax information. Perform nursing follow-up as assigned. Assist with new admission processing. Perform venipunctures. Maintenance of Unit Clean equipment, e.g., thermometers, blood pressure machine, EKG machine, suction machine, refrigerators, and other treatment equipment. Stock and replenish supplies in all clinic areas, including stationery supplies. Maintain cleanliness of surface area of treatment and exam rooms. Maintain security precautions with keys, locked areas, and equipment. Human Relations Skills Assists other employees where needed. Is responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow associates, patients, visitors, and Department of Correction personnel. Maintains friendly working atmosphere. Maintains professional attitude. Maintains professional appearance and adheres to uniform policy of the Department of Nursing. Accepts constructive criticism as evidenced by appropriate changes in behavior. Utilizes established channels of communication. Recognizes, accepts, and respects people as individuals. Recognizes limitations and seeks assistance appropriately. Able to give and receive verbal and written information. Working Conditions Because patients require round‑the‑clock care, working hours include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. PCAs must stand for long periods of time and use alternative methods when possible. They may be exposed to chemicals and infectious diseases and handle patients who are confused, irrational, or uncooperative. Physical Demands Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods. Fine motor skills. Visual acuity. Schedule Schedule: 5 days a week with alternating weekends, 12am – 8am. Position may be at various locations in NYC. Qualifications Accredited high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. EKG certificate. Phlebotomy certificate. BCLS certification and computer competency required. HIV pre and post test counseling training/certification preferred. PCA/PCT/CNA certificate. Infection control certificate. Pay and Benefits This is a 1199 union position. Benefits will come from the union. 401(k) account for employee contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits). Employees are immediately vested in their contributions. Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Pre‑tax employee‑paid contributions for commuting expenses. EEO Statement PAGNY is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr