Patient Care Associate - Psychiatry - PCAP24-13799

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)