Per Diem Patient Care Associate - Medical/ Surgical Float Pool

Per Diem Patient Care Associate - Medical/ Surgical Float Pool Paterson, NJ, United States (On-site) Job Description Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, provides basic care to acutely ill patients. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Performs EKGs and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire PCA/PCT (Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician) diploma with 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience within the last 6 months in a healthcare setting OR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification OR Enrolled in an accredited nursing school program and has completed Nursing Fundamentals level coursework in lieu of PCA/PCT diploma/certification OR Provides evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamental level coursework OR Evidence of Completion in a Nursing Assistant training program OR PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide or CMA experience Effective January 2019, St. Joseph’s Health requires certifications for Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) to be granted through the American Heart Association Benefits Eligibility Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans 403b retirement plan options with company match** Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness PTO, and paid holidays Employee Assistance Program LTD : Long Term Disability Life Insurance Options *Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week. 403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week. Pay transparency: St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. Job Info Job Identification 20252070 Job Category Nursing Posting Date 12/02/2025, 12:58 PM Locations St. Joseph's University Medical Center (On-site) #J-18808-Ljbffr