Patient Care Associate (PCA), Emergency Room

Patient Care Associate (PCA), Emergency RoomReq #:0000166196Category:Patient Safety AideStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Trinitas Regional Medical CenterDepartment:Emergency DepartmentLocation:WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202Job Overview:PCA s perform a variety of routine and advanced patient care tasks under the direction of nursing staff to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients. They perform a variety of clerical and technical tasks as assigned.Qualifications:Required:

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification through American Heart Association only

Phlebotomy certified within 6 months of employment

Completion of related technical education course

On-the-job training or completion of Fundamentals in Nursing course

Ability to perform all competencies

Preferred:

One year of nursing assistant experience

Certifications and Licenses:

BLS certification through American Heart Association

Phlebotomy certified within 6 months of employment

Scheduling Requirements:

Days 7:00AM-7:30PM

Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs

Full-Time

Mandatory Orientation

Essential Functions:

Participate in patient care interventions and personal care procedures for patients

Perform approved dressings and wound care

Participate in nutritional activities

Assist with personal hygiene

Assist with ambulation

Assist with bowel and bladder elimination

Provide such additional care as required to meet the personal needs and comfort of assigned patients

Determine, prepare and set up medical supplies and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to include obtaining specimens, taking vital signs and measurements, positioning patients and attaching equipment leads to specific body locations

Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

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Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer