What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Associate position at SNCH?
Compensation
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Status : Full Time Regular
Shift : EVENING SHIFT
Department : F-1 Medical
Position Summary
Summary :
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is a specially trained member of the Nursing Department who provides assistance to either the RN or LPN in delivery of selected aspects of patient care. The Patient Care Associate understands and complies with the Philosophy, Standards, Objectives and Policies of the Department. The Patient Care Associate obtains blood specimens and assists in other tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Responsibilities : Education Required
- Must complete in-house orientation program
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least one of the following :
- Successful completion of an approved Nursing Assistant training program OR equivalent based on established criteria
- Successful completion of an approved Patient Care Technician training program
- Successful completion of Mount Sinai South Nassau Student Nurse Intern Program (300 hours)
- Successful completion of 2 semesters of hospital-based clinical practicum while enrolled in an accredited nursing program
- Completion of Support Staff Orientation (Mount Sinai South Nassau).
Experience And Skills
License / Certifications
Working Conditions
Other information : Working Conditions
