Patient Care Associate - Toms River, NJ

Job Title: Patient Care Associate

Location: Central Jersey Behavioral

Department Name: Adult Psych (AP)

Req #: 0000220869

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.12 - $25.27 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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

Preferred :

• CNA certification
• Previous experience as a Nurse Aide, Home Health Aide, or Patient Care Technician
• New Jersey State certification as a PCA
• Minimum 6 months experience as a PCA working with geriatric patients

Certifications and Licenses Required :

• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements :

• (3) 12-hour day shifts
• Full Time
• Every other weekend required

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

Benefits and Perks :

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer