Patient Care Associate - Psychiatry - PCAP24-13799
NavitsPartners Brooklyn Heights
Job Title: Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Psychiatry
Location: New York, NY (10002)
Hours:
- Per Week: 37.5
- Per Day: 7.5
- Days Per Week: 5
- Schedule: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, including weekends and holidays
- Availability: Must have active PMCS or CPI certification prior to offer
The PCA will ensure patient safety and participate in care coordination alongside nursing and other staff.
Essential Duties:
- Assist with patient admission, orientation to the unit, and secure belongings
- Aid in developing and updating the Nursing Care Plan and Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan
- Perform direct care duties, including taking vital signs, personal hygiene, and EKGs
- Collect samples such as blood, urine, and sputum for testing
- Lead and co-lead therapeutic and recreational patient activity groups
- Assist in discharge planning and arranging necessary transportation
- Escort patients within and outside the facility as needed
- Intervene in crisis situations, including restraint of violent/aggressive patients and seclusion care
- Support patients during discharge, maintaining contact with family as needed
- Initiate CPR when necessary and assist in Code 77 procedures
- Maintain infection control practices
Skills:
- 2 years of experience in law enforcement, nursing, or psychiatric/behavioral health (or equivalent mental health-related work)
- Venipuncture and EKG skills
- Ability to work effectively with the mental health population
Education:
- Required: High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience OR Associate’s degree in mental health or a related field
Certifications Required:
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- Medical Assistant training certificate
- CPI or PMCS certification
- SEL and SCR background checks
Language Requirements: English (Speak, Read, Write)
NavitsPartnersBrooklyn Heights (NY)
Job Title: Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Psychiatry
Location: NYC, NY 10002
Duration: 2 Months
Hours Per Week: 37.50
Schedule: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 5 days per week
Weekend and Holiday availability required
Job Summary:
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NavitsPartnersChinatown, 1 mi from Brooklyn Heights (NY)
Job Title: Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Psychiatry
Location: New York, NY (10002)
Hours:
• Per Week: 37.5
• Per Day: 7.5
• Days Per Week: 5
• Schedule: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, including weekends and holidays
• Availability: Must have active...