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Patient Care Associate (PCA)

New Hyde Park, NY · On-site

$27.80 - $29.83/hr

AND Must pass Long Island Jewish Medical Center Patient Care Associate's competency test prior to entering training program. Must pass Long Island Jewish Medical Center training program within the ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient care associate pca in the United States is $23.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient care associate?

Patient Care Associates (PCAs) are healthcare professionals who assist nurses and other medical staff in providing basic care to patients. Their duties often include helping patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility, as well as taking vital signs and reporting changes in a patient’s condition. PCAs play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort and supporting the healthcare team in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. They typically work under the supervision of registered nurses or other medical personnel. Many PCAs are certified nursing assistants (CNAs) or have similar training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient care associate?

To thrive as a Patient Care Associate (PCA), you need a basic understanding of patient care, vital signs monitoring, and often a high school diploma or completion of a certified nurse assistant (CNA) program. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical equipment, and basic life support (BLS) certification are commonly required. Compassion, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help PCAs effectively support both patients and healthcare teams. These competencies are essential to ensure patient safety, comfort, and efficient clinical operations.

What are some common challenges patient care associates face when working in a fast-paced hospital setting?

Patient Care Associates often encounter challenges such as managing multiple patient needs simultaneously, adapting to rapidly changing priorities, and maintaining clear communication with nurses and other healthcare professionals. Balancing hands-on patient care tasks with accurate documentation can also be demanding, especially during busy shifts. However, strong organizational skills and teamwork help PCAs provide quality care while supporting the broader healthcare team.

Is a patient care associate a stressful job?

A patient care associate (PCA) role can be stressful due to the fast-paced healthcare environment, emotional demands, and the need to handle multiple patient needs simultaneously. However, stress levels vary depending on the work setting, workload, and individual coping skills, and proper training and support can help manage job-related stress.

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Infographic showing various Patient Care Associate Pca job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,702 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Patient Care Associate (PCA)

Northwell Health

New Hyde Park, NY • On-site

$27.80 - $29.82/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description


Job Description
Under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and performs a variety of procedures, exams and tests. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment and promotes improved customer relations.
Job Responsibility
• Functions as a key member of the nursing care team participating in the implementation of the patient's plan of care.
• Promotes improved customer relations with patients and their families. Makes recommendations for improved patient care and the promotion and maintenance of a safe, cost-effective health-care environment.
• Assists the nurse in providing for all ADL (activities of daily living) needs of patients. Communicates and documents patient status.
• Assists the nurse and other health team members by performing a variety of procedures, exams, tests, treatments, and clerical duties as required by the unit. Communicates and documents all pertinent data.
• Maintains non-patient and patient care units in a neat and orderly condition; strips patient units upon discharge and prepares rooms for new admissions; maintains necessary stock on all procedure and supply carts; and ensures that all equipment is clean and in its appropriate place.
• Transports/accompanies patients to various departments, as directed; performs post-mortem care and transports body to morgue.
*Utilizes proper isolation techniques and established safety, waste disposal and infection control procedures at all times. Follows Medical Center's policies and procedures supporting quality assurance efforts in-patient care services.
• Participates in various continuing education programs, surveys, and attends staff meetings, as directed.
• Accesses medication delivery and/or medication areas, as authorized, in the performance of required duties, as needed. • Performs related duties, as required. *ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Successful completion of a NYS Certified Nursing Attendant program, required.
AND
• Must pass Long Island Jewish Medical Center Patient Care Associate's competency test prior to entering training program.
• Must pass Long Island Jewish Medical Center training program within the normal probationary period.
• Heart Saver Certification, preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in at least one of the following: EKG testing or venipuncture procedure, preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions. Demonstrated competency in basic mathematics
• Ability to operate all medical equipment necessary to perform job duties.
• Ability to lift, turn, position, move and restrain patients as required.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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