Patient Care Associate-msh-gp8w Neuroscience/stepdown-ft-nights-eow
Mount Sinai
New York, NY, US
Assist patients with activities of daily living
Perform and record patient's vital signs
Collect specimens and perform procedures
As an integral part of the clinical care team, the Patient Care Associate is responsible for patient care and support activities promoting patient focused care within the Specialty Service
Job Summary
As an integral part of the clinical care team, the Patient Care Associate is responsible for patient care and support activities promoting patient focused care within the Specialty Service.
The Patient Care Associate supports the registered nurse in patient care activities, such as: assisting patient with activities of daily living, collecting specimens and performing procedures; maintaining a safe, clean environment; and other duties as needed.
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence.
Matching Summary
As an integral part of the clinical care team, the Patient Care Associate is responsible for patient care and support activities promoting patient focused care within the Specialty Service.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Assist patients with activities of daily living
Perform and record patient's vital signs
Collect specimens and perform procedures
Maintain a safe, clean environment
Utilize Vocera system/Mount Sinai phone
Nice-to-have
Promote an environment sensitive to cultural diversity
Respect and value patient's individual needs
Professional, courteous, and respectful attitude
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Certificate of completion of a medical assistant/patient care assistant program/equivalent with skills in venipuncture and EKG
Three to nine months of healthcare experience preferred
American Heart Association Heartsaver or BLS Certification