Patient Care Associate - Contract - Mount Sinai Health System : Job Details

DetailsClient Name Mount Sinai West Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Patient Care Technicians Specialty Patient Care Associate Job ID 29838411 Job Title Patient Care Associate - Contract Weekly Pay $741.97 Shift DetailsShift Night - 7.5x5 - 11PM Scheduled Hours 37 Job Order DetailsStart Date 01/27/2025 End Date 03/29/2025 Duration 9 Week(s) Job Description Job Title: Patient Care Associate Job Specialty: Contract Job Duration: 9 months Shift: Night Shift (11:00 PM - 7:15 AM, 5 shifts per week, every other weekend required) Guaranteed Hours: 37.5 per week Experience: 3 to 9 months of healthcare experience preferred License: Not specified Certifications: AHA HeartSaver or BLS Required Must-Have: Interpersonal skills, completion of Patient Care Associate Orientation Program, flexibility, and proficiency in English (spoken and written) Job Description: - Perform and record vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations. - Document intake and output, as well as other assigned data. - Collect specimens and perform clinical procedures, including venipuncture, EKG, application of compression devices, and post-mortem care. - Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing, and toileting. - Orient patients to the clinical environment. - Assist with patient ambulation and mobilization. - Handle dietary functions, including delivering and collecting patient trays, assisting with menu completion, and reporting dietary needs. - Maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment, assisting with room upkeep as necessary. - Provide one-to-one observation of patients for safety, elopement risk, or suicide prevention. - Perform purposeful rounding, focusing on toileting needs, comfort, position, and pain assessment. - Utilize communication systems according to protocols. - Carry out other duties as assigned, including report generation and cultural sensitivity promotion. - Greet visitors, manage calls, and escort guests as necessary. - Ensure the clinical space is safe and clean, addressing any issues with management. - Transport patients, deliver flowers, operate communication systems, and perform emergency clean-ups as required. - Maintain supplies, manage medical records, and update communication boards. Schedule Notes: - Required to float to all critical care units. Client DetailsAddress 1000 10th Ave City New York City State NY Zip Code 10019 Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.