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Catholic Health

Patient Care Assistant I (PCA)

Catholic Health, Smithtown, New York, United States

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Overview St. Catherine of Siena Hospital is a proud member of Catholic Health and has served the residents of the Smithtown area for more than 50 years. St. Catherine’s is located on the north shore of Long Island in Smithtown. The campus is comprised of a 296‑bed not‑for‑profit community hospital, a 240‑bed nursing and rehabilitation care center, and a 60,000‑square‑foot medical office building. Our nurses, physicians, and support staff are devoted to providing advanced health care in an environment of compassion to our patients, their families, and our community. Our mission is to create an environment of healing and compassion, to offer care to those in need, and to provide a spirit of mutual respect while upholding our religious mission.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance and reassurance to patient upon admission to Care Center

Performs general nursing care functions as part of the care team on a specific Care Center to provide patients with optimal health care

Performs a variety of technical and clinical tasks based upon patient acuity which result in positive outcomes for the patient

Performs phlebotomy services for patients based upon patient acuity

Performs EKGs according to the physician’s orders

Provides care that reflects an understanding of individual cultural and religious diversities and needs as well as recognition of patient rights

Other functions and performance indicators as needed by the department

Must pass annual telemetry exam with a 90 or above

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Completion of a NYS CNA training class and/or completion of Fundamentals of Nursing in a nursing program preferred

Minimum 1 year recent experience as nursing assistant preferred.

Completion of program in phlebotomy, EKGs, and BLS preferred

Salary Range USD $28.41 - USD $28.41 /Hr.

The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people‑first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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