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St. Joseph's Health

Patient Care Associate - (Med/Surg/Float Pool) - Full Time Evenings

St. Joseph's Health, Paterson, New Jersey, us, 07544

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Patient Care Associate - (Med/Surg/Float Pool) - Full Time Evenings

Paterson, NJ, United States (On-site) Be the First to Apply Job Description

Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, providing basic care to acutely ill patients, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and performing EKGs and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse. Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB: High School diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire PCA/PCT diploma with 6 months to 1 year of recent healthcare experience OR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification OR Enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completed Nursing Fundamentals coursework OR Evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamental coursework or Nursing Assistant training program OR PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide, or CMA experience Note:

Effective January 2019, certifications for BLS, ACLS, and PALS must be through the American Heart Association. About Us

St. Joseph’s Health

is recognized for its highly skilled and compassionate staff. Our outstanding physicians, nurses, and staff have made us one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”. About the Team

St. Joseph’s University Medical Center

is an academic tertiary care medical center and state-designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus. It accepts referrals of complex cases from other hospitals and physicians, performing both routine and advanced procedures. The Medical Center offers a wide range of specialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialties, women’s health, imaging, and pediatrics. The nursing team at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center has received the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence since 1999 and the 2010 Magnet Prize, recognizing excellence in nursing and hospital care. Job Info

Job Identification: 20250796 Job Category: Clinical Posting Date: 05/01/2025, 04:46 PM Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Evening Location: St. Joseph's University Medical Center (On-site)

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