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Patient Care Associate - Correctional Health Services *Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat: 4pm-12am* (26353)
Physician Affiliate Group of New York 3.8
Care associate job at Physician Affiliate Group of New York
Employed by PAGNY for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. The service provides some of the most comprehensive and unique treatment modalities in the country, including specialty housing units for individuals with serious mental illness, a 24-hour on-call psychiatric service, robust creative arts programming, a strong DBT training program, clinics in each of the facilities, substance use treatment, integrated re- entry services, and relationships with multiple training institutions throughout the city.
The Patient CareAssociate, under the direction of a licensed nurse or other medical staff, in the health care setting assists the professional staff by performing, veni-puncture, finger-sticks, HIV Pre and Post Test Counseling, Rapid HIV Testing, responding and assisting with emergencies, facilitating telehealth encounters, various clerical and health-related duties associated with patient care (ADLs as indicated) and contributing to the safety, care and comfort of patients. The duties are assigned by and are performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Patient CareAssociate may be required to perform the duties listed below and other duties involving same type, area of responsibility. Patient careassociates also observe their patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate Telehealth encounters as needed
2. Administer total care (bed bath, partial or complete)
3. Assist with patient's personal hygiene - including skin care, mouth care, shaving, etc.
4. Transfers patients - in and out of bed, stretcher and wheel chair. Including physical and mechanical lifting
5. Positions patients and carry out range of motion exercise
6. Assists with ambulating and all ADL as directed
7. Prepares patients for meals and assist with feeding as needed
8. Assists with unit admission and transfer of patient
9. Makes beds and tidies patient area for bed ridden patients
10. Takes and document in the electronic medical records all patient's vital signs - B/P, TPR, weights, intake and output and performs EKGs as required and follow outlined procedures for submitting abnormal EKGs
12. Administers hot and cold applications to patients, under supervision
13. Maintains intake and output for oral and body excretions
14. Notify MD/Nurse Staff of any changes in patient's status
15. Performs urine testing by dipstick and fractionalization
16. Chaperon staff in all clinical areas when requested
17. Maintains competency in nursing skills as detailed in the clinical Performance checklist for Nursing Assistant
18. Assist with Nursing Follow-ups and transmit necessary information to laboratory electronically.
19. Anticipates and acts to maintain a safe environment
20. Performs job functions in a manner that promotes efficient use of resources
21. Must wait for relief at change of tour by staff with same title (relieving PCA) 22. Document all encounters in Electronic Medical Records
23. Complete Encounter forms every shift
Activities
1. Perform HIV Pre and Post test counseling
2. Perform rapid HIV Test
3. Enter data in the rapid HIV database and electronic medical record.
4. Fax rapid HIV testing information to the Nursing Office every tour.
5. Perform Quality controls
6. Perform EKGs and fax information
7. Perform Nursing Follow-up as assigned
8. Assist with New Admission processing
9. Perform Veni-puncture
Maintenance of Unit:
1. Clean equipment, e.g., thermometers, B/P machine, EKG machine, suction machine, refrigerators, and other treatment equipment
2. Stock and replenish supplies in all clinic areas, including stationery supplies
3. Maintain cleanliness of surface area of treatment and exam rooms
4. Maintain security precautions with keys, locked areas, and equipment
Human Relations Skills:
1. Assists other employees where needed.
2. Is responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow associates, patients, visitors, and Department of Correction personnel.
3. Maintains friendly working atmosphere.
4. Maintains professional attitude.
5. Maintains professional appearance and adheres to uniform policy of the Department of Nursing.
6. Accepts constructive criticism as evidenced by appropriate changes in behavior.
7. Utilizes established channels of communication.
8. Recognizes, accepts, and respects people as individuals.
9. Recognizes limitations and seeks assistance appropriately.
10. Able to give and receive verbal and written information.
Working Conditions:
Because patents require round the clock care, working hours include days, nights weekends and holidays. PCAS are required to stand for long periods of time. Employees are encouraged to safely move patents and use alternative methods whenever possible; alternative methods include requesting assistance to roll/lift/ transfer patients. PCAs may face hazards from exposure to chemical and infectious diseases. In addition, they have to treat patients that are confused, irrational, agitated and/or uncooperative
Physical Demands
1. Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds
2. Ability to stand for extended periods
3. Fine motor skills
4. Visual acuity
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.
Exceptional Benefits include:
Competitive compensation package
Choice of a three tiered, starting at FREE medical plans starting day one
Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage starting day one
Generous paid time off program
Commuter benefits
Salary: $24.09 per hour
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Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.
PAGNY has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (“PAGNY”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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$24.1 hourly 11d ago
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Patient Care Associate
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine. Overview We are currently seeking a full time Patient CareAssociate to ensure efficient flow of multiple practice patients within the exam rooms to minimize waiting time and create a positive experience. Responsibilities * Monitor patient arrival and coordinate patient flow with physician/are team members to ensure a positive patient experience by assessing and anticipating physician schedules and using clinical space effectively; * Escort patient to exam room, monitor patient wait times, assist patient in preparing for exam and advises physician when patient is ready. Assist during examination if required or requested. * Performs Pre-Visit Planning: * Review Patient's Chart 2 to 3 days prior to scheduled visit: * Check that all orders (blood, x-ray and referrals) have been completed and into the patient's medical record. * Identify preventative care gaps: outstanding immunizations and screenings * Make reminder calls to patients confirm next appointment date and time. * Ensures that examining rooms are fully equipped and stocked each day; neatens rooms between procedures; cleans/sterilizes medical instruments; counters, etc. * Prepares patients for exam by performing preliminary physical tests/documents in EMR: *
* Temperature, Pulse, Blood Pressure, Height & Weight * Point of Care testing i.e.; BGM, Urine Dip * Reviews current Medication and completes MMAS-8 * Reviews Past Medical & Surgical History * Documents patients Chief Complaint * Completes Depression Screen (PHQ2) * Reviews and completes Health Maintenance Template * Completes Fall Risk Assessment * Performs blood draws and EKGs as ordered. * Assists patients with referrals, appointments, respond to routine inquiries from patients * Performs electrocardiograms and phlebotomy Qualifications * High School graduation or equivalent required; Associates degree or the equivalent in education, training and experience in a clinical practice preferred; * Excellent interpersonal and English written/verbal communication skills * Certification as a Medical Assistant required. * EKG and Phlebotomy training required; certification preferred. * CPR certification required. * Computer literacy and passing basic math skills test. * Pediatrics outpatient experience is preferred * 1-2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a Hospital or Doctor's office setting preferred. Bilingual if needed. Pay Range USD $30.90 - USD $31.47 /Hr. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$30.9-31.5 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Nursing NICU
Patient Care Tech
Part Time
Permanent
Responsibilities
Weekends
Weekends/Weekdays Rotate
7:00AM-3:30PM
15 Hours Per Week
Qualifications
High School graduation or equivalent required. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program. Certification as a Phlebotomist or EKG Technician, or Medical Assistant training required.
Must pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater). Must have minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care in a clinical setting required
OUR UNION CONTRACT REQUIRES THAT WE GIVE PREFERENCE TO HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES. Please be advised that the most senior part timer that signs up for a posted position within the department, within their given classification, will be given priority in filling full time vacancies Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest Maimonides does adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care.
Pay Range
USD $28.25 - USD $28.78 /Yr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$28.3-28.8 hourly 49d ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
Salary $26.88/Hr
Responsibilities
A. DIRECT PATIENT CARE
1.* Obtains and records on Flow Sheet and electronic record, patient's temperature (oral, rectal, temporal) pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry reading, and reports deviations from age-appropriate norms to primary or charge nurse.
2.* Performs veinpunctures, EKG and blood glucose monitoring as needed. Accesses labs in MACS/Sunquest.
3.* Assists patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, oral care, dress, helps patient ambulate, assists/feeds patient).
4.* Applies antithrombic stockings under the directions of the RN.
5.* Assists with correctly positioning and turning patients in both bed and chair.
6.* Collects and sends specimens (e.g., urine, stool, sputum, blood).
7.* Performs foley catheter care and administers fleet enemas.
8.* Records intake (oral) and output (e.g., urinary, GI tubes and drains, vomitus and colostomy) accurately.
9.* Obtains and records height and weight of patient.
10.* Cares for patients in restraints as per Hospital Policy PROF #62.
11.* Assists RN with cardiac support and monitoring; applies cardiac monitor, admit/discharge from monitor and reports basic observations regarding skin color and moisture to the RN.
12.* Assists physician/nurse with treatments, diagnostic procedures (e.g., positions and holds patient).
13. Communicates effectively with Primary and/or Charge Nurse and other members of the
health care team regarding patient's needs, requests and/or changes in patient's condition.
14. Initiates age-appropriate skin care bundle for all patients at risk for pressure ulcers, incontinent patients and patients with stage I pressure ulcers.
15.* Assists RN with respiratory support: (not initial application), applies O2 face mask, nasal cannula, pulse oximetry, oral suctioning, chest PT and incentive spirometer. Prepares equipment for trach care.
16. Answers all call lights and patients requests in a timely fashion.
17.* Downloads EKG's and retrieves EKG's from data base.
18.* Transports patients to other rooms on current patient care unit.
B. PATIENT CARE-RELATED DUTIES
19. Performs hand off communication at bedside.
20.* Prepares equipment and patient for treatments or invasive procedures (e.g., sets up rooms, gathers equipment and trays, applies simple non-sterile dressings).
21.* Prepares pre- and post-operative beds; moves beds/furniture as necessary.
22.* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, cleans area, clean-up after procedures, cleans equipment between patients).
23.* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admission, transfer or discharge of patient.
24.* Answers telephones, prepares admission/discharge charts as required.
25.* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in area as directed (par level); reports need to restock to manager and/or designee.
26. Applies principles of infection control by following proper handwashing techniques, and isolation precautions.
27.* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort.
28. Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse.
29.* Renders post mortem care (e.g., prepares body for morgue).
30.* Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
31.* Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient's Bill of Rights.
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
32.* Prepares dietary trays for patients.
33.* Teaches cane use and crutch walking in collaboration with MD/RN.
34.* Transports patients intra and inter-departmentally.
35.* Cleans and prepares stretchers.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Pay Range
USD $28.25 - USD $28.78 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-28.8 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
Responsibilities
A. DIRECT PATIENT CARE
1.* Obtains and records on Flow Sheet and electronic record, patient's temperature (oral, rectal, temporal) pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry reading, and reports deviations from age-appropriate norms to primary or charge nurse.
2.* Performs veinpunctures, EKG and blood glucose monitoring as needed. Accesses labs in MACS/Sunquest.
3.* Assists patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, oral care, dress, helps patient ambulate, assists/feeds patient).
4.* Applies antithrombic stockings under the directions of the RN.
5.* Assists with correctly positioning and turning patients in both bed and chair.
6.* Collects and sends specimens (e.g., urine, stool, sputum, blood).
7.* Performs foley catheter care and administers fleet enemas.
8.* Records intake (oral) and output (e.g., urinary, GI tubes and drains, vomitus and colostomy) accurately.
9.* Obtains and records height and weight of patient.
10.* Cares for patients in restraints as per Hospital Policy PROF #62.
11.* Assists RN with cardiac support and monitoring; applies cardiac monitor, admit/discharge from monitor and reports basic observations regarding skin color and moisture to the RN.
12.* Assists physician/nurse with treatments, diagnostic procedures (e.g., positions and holds patient).
13. Communicates effectively with Primary and/or Charge Nurse and other members of the
health care team regarding patient's needs, requests and/or changes in patient's condition.
14. Initiates age-appropriate skin care bundle for all patients at risk for pressure ulcers, incontinent patients and patients with stage I pressure ulcers.
15.* Assists RN with respiratory support: (not initial application), applies O2 face mask, nasal cannula, pulse oximetry, oral suctioning, chest PT and incentive spirometer. Prepares equipment for trach care.
16. Answers all call lights and patients requests in a timely fashion.
17.* Downloads EKG's and retrieves EKG's from data base.
18.* Transports patients to other rooms on current patient care unit.
B. PATIENT CARE-RELATED DUTIES
19. Performs hand off communication at bedside.
20.* Prepares equipment and patient for treatments or invasive procedures (e.g., sets up rooms, gathers equipment and trays, applies simple non-sterile dressings).
21.* Prepares pre- and post-operative beds; moves beds/furniture as necessary.
22.* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, cleans area, clean-up after procedures, cleans equipment between patients).
23.* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admission, transfer or discharge of patient.
24.* Answers telephones, prepares admission/discharge charts as required.
25.* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in area as directed (par level); reports need to restock to manager and/or designee.
26. Applies principles of infection control by following proper handwashing techniques, and isolation precautions.
27.* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort.
28. Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse.
29.* Renders post mortem care (e.g., prepares body for morgue).
30.* Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
31.* Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient's Bill of Rights.
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
32.* Prepares dietary trays for patients.
33.* Teaches cane use and crutch walking in collaboration with MD/RN.
34.* Transports patients intra and inter-departmentally.
35.* Cleans and prepares stretchers.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Pay Range
USD $28.25 - USD $28.78 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$28.3-28.8 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Pediatric Emergency Room
Patient Care Tech
Full Time
Permanent
BC#84777
Weekends Rotating
Monday-Friday
Weekdays Will Rotate
7:00AM-3:30PM
37.5 hours Per Week
Responsibilities
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training. Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater). Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care. Technical skills required for patient care. Good oral and written communication skills.
Bilingual Preferred
NOTE: THE EMPLOYEES ENTIRE EMPLOYMENT RECORD (INCLUDING PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION) WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE JOB. WHILE IT IS THE POLICY OF MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER TO SOLICIT APPLICANTS FROM THE COMMUNITY, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT OUR UNION CONTRACT REQUIRES THAT WE GIVE PREFERENCE TO HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES. Please be advised that the most senior part timer that signs up for a posted position within the department, within their given classification, will be given priority in filling full time vacancies Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Nursing G2
Transfer Rate $28.27
Patient Care Technician
Full Time
Permanent
BC#8687
Weekends Rotating
Monday-Friday
Weekdays Rotate
3:15PM-11:30PM
37.5 Hours Per Week
Responsibilities
All patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff.
Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
Protective clothing worn face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate respirator.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training required.
Must pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater). Must have minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
Salary $26.88/Hr.
Responsibilities
* Obtain and Record Vital Signs (T, P, R, BP, Pulse oximetry)
* Perform Venipunctures
* Performs BGM (including Quality Controls)
* Provides IS coverage as assigned
* Assists patients with ADLs
* Correctly turn and position patients in bed and chair
* Specimens (Collection/ printing transmittals/sending to lab)
* Obtains and records intake and output and heights and weights
* Provides care for patients in restraints
* Communicates effectively with RNs and members of the health team regarding patient needs, requests and changes in patient's condition.
* Promptly answers all call lights and patient requests
* Transports patients (as indicated for area)
* Performs hand off communication at bedside/chair with RNs and PCTs
* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean
* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admissions, transfers and discharges
* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment; reports needs to NM or designee
* Applies principles of infection control by following proper hand washing techniques and isolation precautions
* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort
* Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse
* Uses 2 identifiers when delivering patient care
* Orients patient and family to the environment, unit and hospital procedures
* Performs errands and other related duties as required
* Obeys hospital dress code
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
* Indicates an Essential Job Function.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Skills:
Technical skills required for patient care.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
11:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Time
Monday - Friday
Alternate weekends
Responsibilities
* Obtain and Record Vital Signs (T, P, R, BP, Pulse oximetry)
* Perform Venipunctures
* Performs BGM (including Quality Controls)
* Provides IS coverage as assigned
* Assists patients with ADLs
* Correctly turn and position patients in bed and chair
* Specimens (Collection/ printing transmittals/sending to lab)
* Obtains and records intake and output and heights and weights
* Provides care for patients in restraints
* Communicates effectively with RNs and members of the health team regarding patient needs, requests and changes in patient's condition.
* Promptly answers all call lights and patient requests
* Transports patients (as indicated for area)
* Performs hand off communication at bedside/chair with RNs and PCTs
* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean
* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admissions, transfers and discharges
* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment; reports needs to NM or designee
* Applies principles of infection control by following proper hand washing techniques and isolation precautions
* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort
* Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse
* Uses 2 identifiers when delivering patient care
* Orients patient and family to the environment, unit and hospital procedures
* Performs errands and other related duties as required
* Obeys hospital dress code
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
* Indicates an Essential Job Function.
INFANTS AND CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
Replenishes supply/equipment carts stored in the patient care area ensuring appropriate expiration data calculating the quantity of items required from pre-determined quota
Keeps utility, treatment and supply areas orderly. Identifies need to order supplies and equipment to replenish unit stock by calculating the quantity of items required from pre-determined quota
Cleans and prepares isolates, warmers, bassinets in Neonatal ICU to facilitate impending admission or ensure appropriate set-up for emergency admission
Cleans and disposes of supplies and equipment properly following invasive procedures; places garbage in proper receptacles; replaces full waste containers as necessary.
Prepare and process instruments/devices for sterilization.
Perform newborn hearing and blood screening tests.
Transports patients intra and interdepartmentally.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Skills:
Technical skills required for patient care.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
Nursing 7 East
11:15pm - 7:15pm
Part Time
Monday - Friday
Alternate weekends
Responsibilities
* Obtain and Record Vital Signs (T, P, R, BP, Pulse oximetry)
* Perform Venipunctures
* Performs BGM (including Quality Controls)
* Provides IS coverage as assigned
* Assists patients with ADLs
* Correctly turn and position patients in bed and chair
* Specimens (Collection/ printing transmittals/sending to lab)
* Obtains and records intake and output and heights and weights
* Provides care for patients in restraints
* Communicates effectively with RNs and members of the health team regarding patient needs, requests and changes in patient's condition.
* Promptly answers all call lights and patient requests
* Transports patients (as indicated for area)
* Performs hand off communication at bedside/chair with RNs and PCTs
* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean
* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admissions, transfers and discharges
* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment; reports needs to NM or designee
* Applies principles of infection control by following proper hand washing techniques and isolation precautions
* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort
* Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse
* Uses 2 identifiers when delivering patient care
* Orients patient and family to the environment, unit and hospital procedures
* Performs errands and other related duties as required
* Obeys hospital dress code
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
* Indicates an Essential Job Function.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Skills:
Technical skills required for patient care.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Maimo Health Emergency Center
Patient Care Technician
Part Time
Permanent
BC#84861
Transfer Rate $28.27
Responsibilities
Monday-Friday
Weekends Rotate
7:00AM-7:30PM
24 Hours Per Week
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
NOTE: THE EMPLOYEES ENTIRE EMPLOYMENT RECORD (INCLUDING PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION) WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE JOB. WHILE IT IS THE POLICY OF MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER TO SOLICIT APPLICANTS FROM THE COMMUNITY, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT OUR UNION CONTRACT REQUIRES THAT WE GIVE PREFERENCE TO HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES. Please be advised that the most senior part timer that signs up for a posted position within the department, within their given classification, will be given priority in filling full time vacancies. Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $27.41 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9-27.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Emergency Room
Patient Care Technician
Full Time
Permanent
BC#80457
Transfer Rate $28.27
Responsibilities
Monday-Friday
Weekends Rotate
11:15PM-7:15AM
37.5 Hours Per Week
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Must Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Speaks, reads and writes English required to the extent of the position.
NOTE: THE EMPLOYEES ENTIRE EMPLOYMENT RECORD (INCLUDING PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION) WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE JOB. WHILE IT IS THE POLICY OF MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER TO SOLICIT APPLICANTS FROM THE COMMUNITY, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT OUR UNION CONTRACT REQUIRES THAT WE GIVE PREFERENCE TO HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES. Please be advised that the most senior part timer that signs up for a posted position within the department, within their given classification, will be given priority in filling full time vacancies Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest. Maimonides does adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care.
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $26.88 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$26.9 hourly 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Pediatric Emergency Room
Transfer Rate $28.27
Patient Care Tech
Part Time
Permanent
BC#84793
Weekends Rotating
Weekdays Will Rotate
7:00AM-3:15PM
15 Hours Per Week
Responsibilities
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care. Technical skills required for patient care
A. DIRECT PATIENT CARE
1.* Obtains and records on Flow Sheet and electronic record, patient's temperature (oral, rectal, temporal) pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry reading, and reports deviations from age-appropriate norms to primary or charge nurse.
2.* Performs veinpunctures, EKG and blood glucose monitoring as needed. Accesses labs in MACS/Sunquest.
3.* Assists patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, oral care, dress, helps patient ambulate, assists/feeds patient).
4.* Applies antithrombic stockings under the directions of the RN.
5.* Assists with correctly positioning and turning patients in both bed and chair.
6.* Collects and sends specimens (e.g., urine, stool, sputum, blood).
7.* Performs foley catheter care and administers fleet enemas.
8.* Records intake (oral) and output (e.g., urinary, GI tubes and drains, vomitus and colostomy) accurately.
9.* Obtains and records height and weight of patient.
10.* Cares for patients in restraints as per Hospital Policy PROF #62.
11.* Assists RN with cardiac support and monitoring; applies cardiac monitor, admit/discharge from monitor and reports basic observations regarding skin color and moisture to the RN.
12.* Assists physician/nurse with treatments, diagnostic procedures (e.g., positions and holds patient).
13. Communicates effectively with Primary and/or Charge Nurse and other members of the
health care team regarding patient's needs, requests and/or changes in patient's condition.
14. Initiates age-appropriate skin care bundle for all patients at risk for pressure ulcers, incontinent patients and patients with stage I pressure ulcers.
15.* Assists RN with respiratory support: (not initial application), applies O2 face mask, nasal cannula, pulse oximetry, oral suctioning, chest PT and incentive spirometer. Prepares equipment for trach care.
16. Answers all call lights and patients requests in a timely fashion.
17.* Downloads EKG's and retrieves EKG's from data base.
18.* Transports patients to other rooms on current patient care unit.
B. PATIENT CARE-RELATED DUTIES
19. Performs hand off communication at bedside.
20.* Prepares equipment and patient for treatments or invasive procedures (e.g., sets up rooms, gathers equipment and trays, applies simple non-sterile dressings).
21.* Prepares pre- and post-operative beds; moves beds/furniture as necessary.
22.* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, cleans area, clean-up after procedures, cleans equipment between patients).
23.* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admission, transfer or discharge of patient.
24.* Answers telephones, prepares admission/discharge charts as required.
25.* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in area as directed (par level); reports need to restock to manager and/or designee.
26. Applies principles of infection control by following proper handwashing techniques, and isolation precautions.
27.* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort.
28. Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse.
29.* Renders post mortem care (e.g., prepares body for morgue).
30.* Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
31.* Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient's Bill of Rights.
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
32.* Prepares dietary trays for patients.
33.* Teaches cane use and crutch walking in collaboration with MD/RN.
34.* Transports patients intra and inter-departmentally.
35.* Cleans and prepares stretchers.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training. Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater). Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care. Technical skills required for patient care. Good oral and written communication skills.
Bilingual Preferred
NOTE: THE EMPLOYEES ENTIRE EMPLOYMENT RECORD (INCLUDING PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION) WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE JOB. WHILE IT IS THE POLICY OF MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER TO SOLICIT APPLICANTS FROM THE COMMUNITY, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT OUR UNION CONTRACT REQUIRES THAT WE GIVE PREFERENCE TO HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES. . Please be advised that the most senior part timer that signs up for a posted position within the department, within their given classification, will be given priority in filling full time vacancies Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest
Pay Range
USD $26.88 - USD $26.88 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
$26.9 hourly 60d+ ago
Wound Care APC - PT - Rochester, NY (2days/wk)
Teamhealth 4.7
New York jobs
TeamHealth is seeking a compassionate and driven wound care nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) to join our post-acute wound care team in the Rochester, New York, area. This is a part-time opportunity (2 days/week) rounding in skilled nursing facilities, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning potential. Compensation is fee for service. Expected compensation is estimated range of $57,416 - $68,899 annually with no cap on productivity income potential.
In this role, you'll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.
Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3-month onboarding program along with a dedicated clinical field mentor and support from industry leading clinical experts in post-acute medicine. Growth and leadership opportunities within this market are available as well.
Our innovative population health data reports will guide you towards optimal and timely care for our patient population. The medical practice is part of TeamACO, a dedicated long-term Accountable Care Organization participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program for our clinicians, which could result in you receiving a portion of the shared savings if certain criteria are met.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical exams
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs
Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes
Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals in a team approach
Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies
Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations
Qualifications
Current NP or PA license (state of New York) and DEA
Wound care experience in post-acute setting preferred, but not required; new grads welcome to apply
Strong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive outlook
Why Join TeamHealth?
Dedicated night call coverage for work-life balance
Supportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient care
Strong earning potential with professional growth opportunities
Come join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence while supporting your professional development and personal growth.
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City Caption
City of Rochester
City Description
The city of Rochester borders several other New York communities, including Parma and Ogden, and Lake Ontario is on its northern border. Rochester has it all - arts and entertainment, historic libraries, many annual festivals, local distilleries and more! It is located along breath-taking shorelines for its residents from Lake Ontario. It is home to 17 local parks which consist of 764 acres of land, nature trails perfect for hiking and biking, as well as natural wildlife and bird watching.
Job Benefits
- No call
- Great clinical support and training
- Local to Rochester, NY, or ability to relocate
- Work location: in person
$57.4k-68.9k yearly 15d ago
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to patient care.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. DIRECT PATIENT CARE
1.* Obtains and records on Flow Sheet and electronic record, patient's temperature (oral, rectal, temporal) pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry reading, and reports deviations from age-appropriate norms to primary or charge nurse.
2.* Performs venipunctures, EKG and blood glucose monitoring as needed. Accesses labs in MACS/Sunquest.
3.* Assists patients with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, oral care, dress, helps patient ambulate, assists/feeds patient).
4.* Applies antithrombic stockings under the directions of the RN.
5.* Assists with correctly positioning and turning patients in both bed and chair.
6.* Collects and sends specimens (e.g., urine, stool, sputum, blood).
7.* Performs foley catheter care and administers fleet enemas.
8.* Records intake (oral) and output (e.g., urinary, GI tubes and drains, vomitus and colostomy) accurately.
9.* Obtains and records height and weight of patient.
10.* Cares for patients in restraints as per Hospital Policy PROF #62.
11.* Assists RN with cardiac support and monitoring; applies cardiac monitor, admit/discharge from monitor and reports basic observations regarding skin color and moisture to the RN.
12.* Assists physician/nurse with treatments, diagnostic procedures (e.g., positions and holds patient).
13. Communicates effectively with Primary and/or Charge Nurse and other members of the
health care team regarding patient's needs, requests and/or changes in patient's condition.
14. Initiates age-appropriate skin care bundle for all patients at risk for pressure ulcers, incontinent patients and patients with stage I pressure ulcers.
15.* Assists RN with respiratory support: (not initial application), applies O2 face mask, nasal cannula, pulse oximetry, oral suctioning, chest PT and incentive spirometer. Prepares equipment for trach care.
16. Answers all call lights and patients requests in a timely fashion.
17.* Downloads EKG's and retrieves EKGs from data base.
18.* Transports patients to other rooms on current patient care unit.
B. PATIENT CARE-RELATED DUTIES
19. Performs hand off communication at bedside.
20.* Prepares equipment and patient for treatments or invasive procedures (e.g., sets up rooms, gathers equipment and trays, applies simple non-sterile dressings).
21.* Prepares pre- and post-operative beds; moves beds/furniture as necessary.
22.* Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, cleans area, clean-up after procedures, cleans equipment between patients).
23.* Prepares area/unit with proper equipment for admission, transfer or discharge of patient.
24.* Answers telephones, prepares admission/discharge charts as required.
25.* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in area as directed (par level); reports need to restock to manager and/or designee.
26. Applies principles of infection control by following proper handwashing techniques, and isolation precautions.
27.* Makes frequent patient rounds to ensure patient safety and comfort.
28. Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse.
29.* Renders postmortem care (e.g., prepares body for morgue).
30.* Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
31.* Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or New York State Certified Nursing Assistant Program, or EMS Training.
Pass Patient Care Technician (PCT) Test (75% or greater).
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct patient care.
Skills:
Technical skills required for patient care.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.
$32k-38k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Health Info Tech III
Maimonides Medical Center 4.7
New York, NY jobs
About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clincal progams rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview
Our Health Information Technician will perform data management functions in a variety of applications: Dictation/ Transcription, Clinical System, ADT System, Record Tracking System, Ambulatory Electronic Records "NextGen", PeriGen, HMED, ChartMaxx; Performs all QA functions of scanned records in ChartMaxx: quantitative and qualitative analysis of the contents of Medical Records, and corrections.
Responsibilities
* Prep records and loose reports in prescribed order and binds records securely.
* Create new charts as needed and creates new volume for each admission.
* Analyze both qualitatively and quantitatively the charts of all discharged patients for completeness
* Maintain and update physician database file
* Create and maintain all required departmental logs (e.g.,operative report logs, discharge summary logs, physician incomplete logs).
* Perform all quality control procedures required by the department to ensure the accuracy of data
Qualifications
* Associate's Degree
* Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in chart analysis, incomplete area and correspondence within the Health Information Services area
* Successful completion of any coding program ICD-9, CPT-4 recognized by the American Health Information Management Association.
* Knowledge of the TJC Standards and State medical record documentation requirements.
Pay Range
USD $27.90 - USD $28.47 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard for race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. MMC is committed to following the requirements of the New York State Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
$27.9-28.5 hourly 60d+ ago
PCT/TELEMETRY TECHNICIAN
Bronxcare Health System 4.5
New York, NY jobs
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs physical care of assigned patients (i.e. grooming, feeding etc.).
Responsibilities
-Collects specimens as needed. -Assists and accompanies patients during admission or discharge.
-Performs general care activities for patients.
-Records patients' personal care andphysical findings.
-Performs a variety of tasks and activities according to the needs of the Department.
-Performs EKG, monitors ECG telemetry equipment and Phlebotomy on Patients.
Qualifications
-Must have two to three (2-3) years in acute/chronic orambulatory care setting. -
-High School graduate or GED and completed a PCT course which should include EKG and Phlebotomy.
-Good computer skills as well as organizational, written and verbal skills.
-Telemetry certification and BLS Certification required.
-Experience in Acute Psychiatry preferred.
-Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
$31k-37k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician
Bronxcare Health System 4.5
New York, NY jobs
Under direct supervision, provides patient care activities and performs related support functions.
Responsibilities
1. Describe responsibility: Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors, and other employees. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately with patients, visitors and other employees. Behaves in a manner consistent with maintaining and furthering a positive public perception of BronxCare Health System and its employees.
2. Describe responsibility:
Contributes to and participates in the Performance/Quality Improvement activities of the assigned department. Contribution and participation includes data collection, analysis, implementation of and compliance with risk management and claims activities, support of and participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams, consistent adherence to the specific rules and regulations of the BronxCare Health System (a) Safety and Security Policies, (b) Risk Management: Incident and Occurrence Reporting, (c) Infection Control Policies and Procedures and (d) Patient and Customer Service.
3. CUSTOMER PATIENT FOCUS: Utilizes the principles of leadership established by the AONE and ANA
• Attitude - Presents to patients/customers with appropriate attitude and appearance
• Privacy - Respects patient/customer privacy. Maintains a secure and trusting work environment
• Phone Etiquette - follows departmental standards concerning the answering of telephones
• Appearance - Maintains an appropriate professional appearance
• Work Environment - Maintains working environment in a clean, safe, orderly manner
• Customer Acknowledgement - Actively listens to patients/customers. Acts in a courteous friendly and helpful manner.
• Patient/Customer Information - Provides appropriate and timely information to patient/customer. Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulatory and patient's confidentiality.
• Call lights/Client Needs - Identifies and responds to patient/client needs according to hospital standards. Anticipates needs where possible.
• Customer Waiting - Provides appropriate and timely information to customers/patients.
4. Clinical Responsibilities
a) Manages the flow of patients for assigned providers. Monitors the progress of provider. Identifies the next patient scheduled to go into the room based on policy and retrieves that patient from the waiting area using appropriate patient identification technique. Introduces self and escorts patient to exam room.
b) Patient Preparation Procedures:
1) Clean room prior to patient entry into room
2) Two identifiers for patient identification
3) Instructs patient to change in to exam gown when appropriate
4) Questions and completes with patient all screening tools in the EMR.
c) Accurately performs and records vital signs including blood pressure
d) Performs Phlebotomy including finger sticks.
e) Performs vision and hearing testing.
f) Performs blood glucose testing using a glucometer.
g) Instructs patients and obtains specimens, sputum, urine and stool.
h) Assists patients in the use of assisted devices that include walkers, canes and crutches.
i) Transports patients, slips, specimens and materials to and from areas.
j) Prepares and maintains work areas with supplies. Assists with taking inventory of supplies.
k) Reports changes in patient's conditions to the Registered Nurse.
l) Prepares patient for examination and assists provider during examination.
m) Performs simple unsterile dressings.
n) Obtains and records patients' weight and height accurately.
o) Assists patient in use of incentive spirometer.
5. Accountability / Work Ethic
• Demonstrates an understanding of the organization fire/safety plan, emergency preparedness plan and patient safety goals
• Removes and or reports broken or damaged equipment promptly
• Checks alarm settings on medical devices and ensures they are audible.
• Checks code cart/defibrillator based on hospital policy. Ensures that all institutional logs are updated as per policy.
• Participates in fire drills and emergency drills as per hospital policy.
• Handles and properly disposes of regulated medical waste as per hospital policy.
• Wears employee ID badge at all times.
• Complies with the organizational procedures with respect to absences, lateness and timeliness of meal breaks.
6. Customer Service
a. Complies with patient right standards and confidentiality; maintains patients' need for privacy, respect and dignity.
b. Practices infectious control standards.
c. Assesses physical environment and reports conditions that negatively impact on safety.
d. Communicates effectively with patients.
7. Education / Development / Responsibilities
A. Attends all mandatory educational sessions appropriate to the area/unit.
B. Complies with hospital required competencies including skills and HealthStream modules.
7. Education / Development / Responsibilities
A. Attends all mandatory educational sessions appropriate to the area/unit.
B. Complies with hospital required competencies including skills and HealthStream modules.
C. Identifies learning needs and seeks opportunity to address.
Qualifications
- Two to three (2-3) years experience in an acute, chronic or ambulatory care setting.
Completed Patient Care Technician Course.
- BLS
- Certification of PCT (Phlebotomy / EKG) completion
- High School or GED
- Computer Knowledge
$31k-37k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Patient Care Technician - 1199 | Line HA1562
Bronxcare Health System 4.5
New York, NY jobs
Under direct supervision, provides patient care activities and performs related support functions.
Please Note: This job has been posted internally from April 6, 2023 - April 20, 2023, and will be posted externally after April 20, 2023, until the position is filled.
Internal Candidates, to be considered for the position (s), submit a Request Form Transfer Form, signed by your Supervisor or Department Head with a resume to Human Resources, or fax it to **************
Responsibilities
1. Describe responsibility:
Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors, and other employees. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately with patients, visitors and other employees. Behaves in a manner consistent with maintaining and furthering a positive public perception of BronxCare Health System and its employees.
2. Describe responsibility:
Contributes to and participates in the Performance/Quality Improvement activities of the assigned department. Contribution and participation includes data collection, analysis, implementation of and compliance with risk management and claims activities, support of and participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams, consistent adherence to the specific rules and regulations of the BronxCare Health System (a) Safety and Security Policies, (b) Risk Management: Incident and Occurrence Reporting, (c) Infection Control Policies and Procedures and (d) Patient and Customer Service.
3. CUSTOMER PATIENT FOCUS: Utilizes the principles of leadership established by the AONE and ANA
• Attitude - Presents to patients/customers with appropriate attitude and appearance
• Privacy - Respects patient/customer privacy. Maintains a secure and trusting work environment
• Phone Etiquette - follows departmental standards concerning the answering of telephones
• Appearance - Maintains an appropriate professional appearance
• Work Environment - Maintains working environment in a clean, safe, orderly manner
• Customer Acknowledgement - Actively listens to patients/customers. Acts in a courteous friendly and helpful manner.
• Patient/Customer Information - Provides appropriate and timely information to patient/customer. Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulatory and patient's confidentiality.
• Call lights/Client Needs - Identifies and responds to patient/client needs according to hospital standards. Anticipates needs where possible.
• Customer Waiting - Provides appropriate and timely information to customers/patients.
4. Clinical Responsibilities
a) Manages the flow of patients for assigned providers. Monitors the progress of provider. Identifies the next patient scheduled to go into the room based on policy and retrieves that patient from the waiting area using appropriate patient identification technique. Introduces self and escorts patient to exam room.
b) Patient Preparation Procedures:
1) Clean room prior to patient entry into room
2) Two identifiers for patient identification
3) Instructs patient to change in to exam gown when appropriate
4) Questions and completes with patient all screening tools in the EMR.
c) Accurately performs and records vital signs including blood pressure
d) Performs Phlebotomy including finger sticks.
e) Performs vision and hearing testing.
f) Performs blood glucose testing using a glucometer.
g) Instructs patients and obtains specimens, sputum, urine and stool.
h) Assists patients in the use of assisted devices that include walkers, canes and crutches.
i) Transports patients, slips, specimens and materials to and from areas.
j) Prepares and maintains work areas with supplies. Assists with taking inventory of supplies.
k) Reports changes in patient's conditions to the Registered Nurse.
l) Prepares patient for examination and assists provider during examination.
m) Performs simple unsterile dressings.
n) Obtains and records patients' weight and height accurately.
o) Assists patient in use of incentive spirometer.
5. Accountability / Work Ethic
• Demonstrates an understanding of the organization fire/safety plan, emergency preparedness plan and patient safety goals
• Removes and or reports broken or damaged equipment promptly
• Checks alarm settings on medical devices and ensures they are audible.
• Checks code cart/defibrillator based on hospital policy. Ensures that all institutional logs are updated as per policy.
• Participates in fire drills and emergency drills as per hospital policy.
• Handles and properly disposes of regulated medical waste as per hospital policy.
• Wears employee ID badge at all times.
• Complies with the organizational procedures with respect to absences, lateness and timeliness of meal breaks.
6. Customer Service
a. Complies with patient right standards and confidentiality; maintains patients' need for privacy, respect and dignity.
b. Practices infectious control standards.
c. Assesses physical environment and reports conditions that negatively impact on safety.
d. Communicates effectively with patients.
7. Education / Development / Responsibilities
A. Attends all mandatory educational sessions appropriate to the area/unit.
B. Complies with hospital required competencies including skills and HealthStream modules.
7. Education / Development / Responsibilities
A. Attends all mandatory educational sessions appropriate to the area/unit.
B. Complies with hospital required competencies including skills and HealthStream modules.
C. Identifies learning needs and seeks opportunity to address.
Qualifications
- Two to three (2-3) years experience in an acute, chronic or ambulatory care setting.
Completed Patient Care Technician Course.
- BLS
- Certification of PCT (Phlebotomy / EKG) completion
- High School or GED
- Computer Knowledge
$31k-37k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Patient Care Associate - Correctional Health Services *Night Tour, 12am-8am, Various Locations* (28538)
Physician Affiliate Group of New York 3.8
Care associate job at Physician Affiliate Group of New York
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. The service provides some of the most comprehensive and unique treatment modalities in the country, including specialty housing units for individuals with serious mental illness, a 24-hour on-call psychiatric service, robust creative arts programming, a strong DBT training program, clinics in each of the facilities, substance use treatment, integrated re- entry services, and relationships with multiple training institutions throughout the city.
The Patient CareAssociate, under the direction of a licensed nurse or other medical staff, in the health care setting assists the professional staff by performing, veni-puncture, finger-sticks, HIV Pre and Post Test Counseling, Rapid HIV Testing, responding and assisting with emergencies, facilitating telehealth encounters, various clerical and health-related duties associated with patient care (ADLs as indicated) and contributing to the safety, care and comfort of patients. The duties are assigned by and are performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Patient CareAssociate may be required to perform the duties listed below and other duties involving same type, area of responsibility. Patient careassociates also observe their patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate Telehealth encounters as needed
2. Administer total care (bed bath, partial or complete)
3. Assist with patient's personal hygiene - including skin care, mouth care, shaving, etc.
4. Transfers patients - in and out of bed, stretcher and wheel chair. Including physical and mechanical lifting
5. Positions patients and carry out range of motion exercise
6. Assists with ambulating and all ADL as directed
7. Prepares patients for meals and assist with feeding as needed
8. Assists with unit admission and transfer of patient
9. Makes beds and tidies patient area for bed ridden patients
10. Takes and document in the electronic medical records all patient's vital signs - B/P, TPR, weights, intake and output and performs EKGs as required and follow outlined procedures for submitting abnormal EKGs
12. Administers hot and cold applications to patients, under supervision
13. Maintains intake and output for oral and body excretions
14. Notify MD/Nurse Staff of any changes in patient's status
15. Performs urine testing by dipstick and fractionalization
16. Chaperon staff in all clinical areas when requested
17. Maintains competency in nursing skills as detailed in the clinical Performance checklist for Nursing Assistant
18. Assist with Nursing Follow-ups and transmit necessary information to laboratory electronically.
19. Anticipates and acts to maintain a safe environment
20. Performs job functions in a manner that promotes efficient use of resources
21. Must wait for relief at change of tour by staff with same title (relieving PCA) 22. Document all encounters in Electronic Medical Records
23. Complete Encounter forms every shift
Activities
1. Perform HIV Pre and Post test counseling
2. Perform rapid HIV Test
3. Enter data in the rapid HIV database and electronic medical record.
4. Fax rapid HIV testing information to the Nursing Office every tour.
5. Perform Quality controls
6. Perform EKGs and fax information
7. Perform Nursing Follow-up as assigned
8. Assist with New Admission processing
9. Perform Veni-puncture
Maintenance of Unit:
1. Clean equipment, e.g., thermometers, B/P machine, EKG machine, suction machine, refrigerators, and other treatment equipment
2. Stock and replenish supplies in all clinic areas, including stationery supplies
3. Maintain cleanliness of surface area of treatment and exam rooms
4. Maintain security precautions with keys, locked areas, and equipment
Human Relations Skills:
1. Assists other employees where needed.
2. Is responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow associates, patients, visitors, and Department of Correction personnel.
3. Maintains friendly working atmosphere.
4. Maintains professional attitude.
5. Maintains professional appearance and adheres to uniform policy of the Department of Nursing.
6. Accepts constructive criticism as evidenced by appropriate changes in behavior.
7. Utilizes established channels of communication.
8. Recognizes, accepts, and respects people as individuals.
9. Recognizes limitations and seeks assistance appropriately.
10. Able to give and receive verbal and written information.
Working Conditions:
Because patents require round the clock care, working hours include days, nights weekends and holidays. PCAS are required to stand for long periods of time. Employees are encouraged to safely move patents and use alternative methods whenever possible; alternative methods include requesting assistance to roll/lift/ transfer patients. PCAs may face hazards from exposure to chemical and infectious diseases. In addition, they have to treat patients that are confused, irrational, agitated and/or uncooperative
Physical Demands
1. Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds
2. Ability to stand for extended periods
3. Fine motor skills
4. Visual acuity
Schedule: 5 days a week with alternating weekends - 12am-8pm
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.
Exceptional Benefits include:
Competitive compensation package
Excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance; including orthodontics coverage.
Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.
Salary: $46,975.50 - $49,491.00 annually
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience.
To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page.
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$47k-49.5k yearly 11d ago
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