Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Acute Care Hospital - PCA#001

Patient Care Associate (PCA) – Acute Care Hospital

Location: New York, NY 10003

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital | Specialty Clinical Unit

Compensation

• Local Candidates: Up to $25/hour (Based on Experience)
• Travel Candidates: Up to $28/hour (Based on Experience)

Shift Details

• Day Shift – Varied Schedule
• 40 Hours per Week
• 5 Days per Week

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced and compassionate Patient Care Associate (PCA) for a 13-week contract assignment at a leading acute care hospital in New York City.

The ideal candidate will possess strong direct patient care experience and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role supports registered nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare teams by assisting with patient care activities, safety monitoring, clinical procedures, and daily unit operations while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature
• Monitor and record intake/output and report changes in patient condition
• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, toileting, positioning, and ambulation
• Perform EKGs, specimen collection, venipuncture, and other clinical support procedures
• Assist with patient transport using wheelchairs and stretchers
• Maintain patient safety and provide close observation monitoring as needed
• Support infection prevention and isolation precaution protocols
• Perform purposeful rounding and communicate patient concerns to nursing staff
• Assist with meal setup, tray delivery, and feeding support
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized patient care environments
• Respond promptly to patient call systems and unit communications
• Assist with discharge preparation, bedmaking, supply management, and specimen transport
• Collaborate effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Deliver culturally sensitive and compassionate patient-focused care

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Patient Care Associate (PCA) experience required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current AHA BLS or HeartSaver Certification required
• Strong patient care and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced healthcare environments
• Strong organizational skills and sound clinical judgment
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity for patient care responsibilities
• Professional attitude with excellent teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous acute care hospital experience preferred
• Experience with EKGs, venipuncture, and specimen collection preferred
• Experience working in specialty or inpatient hospital units preferred

For more details contact at [email protected] or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.