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St. Joseph's Health·Paterson, New Jersey
Patient Care Associate · $23 - $32/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 134 posted nursing roles in Paterson, New Jersey rates. This role sits in the 24th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 35% below the Paterson, New Jersey median for nursing roles.
The Patient Care Associate assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic care to acutely ill individuals. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment and performing clinical tasks such as EKGs and venipuncture under nursing supervision.
Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, provides basic care to acutely ill patients. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Performs EKG's and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse
High School diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire PCA/PCT (Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician) diploma with 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience within the last 6 months in an healthcare setting OR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR PCA/PCT diploma with National Health Career Association certification OR EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification OR Enrolled in an accredited nursing school program and has completed Nursing Fundamentals level coursework in lieu of PCA/PCT diploma/certification OR Provides evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamental level coursework OR Evidence of Completion in of a Nursing Assistant training program OR PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide or CMA experience Effective January 2019, St. Joseph’s Health requires certifications for Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) to be granted through the American Heart Association
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a relevant certification such as PCA, PCT, CNA, or EMT. Additionally, applicants must obtain Basic Life Support certification within six months of hire.
Market context
Patient Care Associate roles in New Jersey typically see steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with direct bedside experience. Competition often centers on certification readiness, flexibility for shift work, and comfort with routine patient support tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm you can meet the high school diploma, PCA/PCT, CNA, or EMT credential, plus BLS within six months.
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