Patient Care Assistant (FGP) - Brooklyn, Pulm + Sleep Med

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Assistant (FGP) - Brooklyn, Pulm + Sleep Med.

In this role, the successful candidate Assists the RN/LPN in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks and serves as go-to for other PCAs. Provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests. Demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in emergencies as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Completes delegated responsibilities as directed by the Nursing Staff or MDs.
• Observes general behavior and reports same to nursing staff to whom patient is assigned.
• Assists in data collection and activities as assigned.
• Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patients.
• Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
• Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
• Scheduling follow-up for surgical patients
• In-basket and work-queue maintenance
• High Level Disinfection trainings

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a High school graduate or equivalent required. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; demonstrates ability in computer skills; proficiency in venipuncture and phlebotomy required. Minimum of three years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
EKG and/or Spirometry experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58,542.75 - $58,542.75 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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