Patient Care Associate - Toms River, NJ at RWJBarnabas Health – Toms River, New Jersey

The Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus Behavioral Health Services constitutes a freestanding 100-bed acute care psychiatric facility which provides inpatient and intensive outpatient programs for adults and older adults diagnosed with psychiatric and dual disorders.

Job Overview:

The Patient Care Associate (also referred to as PCA) is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team. The PCA works under the direct supervision of the registered nurse to provide care to patients with diverse psychiatric illnesses. All methods of practice and/or work performance shall conform to written established hospital policies and procedures and be carried to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs
• Minimum of one-year experience as a PCA working with geriatric patients

Preferred:

• CNA certification
• Previous experience as a Nurse Aide, Home Health Aide, or Patient Care Technician
• New Jersey State certification as a PCA

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night shift
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Take and record vital signs
• Assisting patients with ADL's
• Assists with nutritional needs of patients
• Completes personal hygiene for assigned patients
• Provide one to one and group supervision of patients
• Transports patients to ancillary departments and emergency rooms

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.