Patient Care Associate (Part-Time- OTxHU), Correctional Health Services

Marketing StatementNew York City Health and Hospitals CorporationOutposted Therapeutic Housing Units Program (OTxHU)Since 2016, Correctional Health Services (CHS) has been the direct health care provider in the New York City jails. Deeply committed to human dignity and patient rights, CHS is part of the NYC Health + Hospitals system and is a key partner in the City’s efforts to reform the criminal legal system. Our in-jail clinical services include medical, nursing, and mental health care; pharmacy services; substance-use treatment; social work; dental and vision care; discharge planning; and reentry support.Given the high visibility of this initiative, we are seeking the highest caliber healthcare professionals in key clinical services to staff our Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units (OTxHU). To be located in three NYC Health + Hospital acute care facilities, the OTxHU is a pioneering approach to safely increasing access to high-quality clinical care for patients in custody who have complicated health conditions. OTxHUs will bridge the gap in the continuum between care provided in the jails and inpatient hospitalization, with admission to and discharge from the OTxHU per a patient’s clinical needs. CHS will be these units' primary healthcare providers, and the NYC Department of Correction will provide security and custody management.The OTxHU at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue in Manhattan will be the first of this unique, groundbreaking project to open with a planned completion date as early as the end of 2024. This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a passionate and motivated team providing care to some of the City’s most marginalized, vulnerable people.To help support continuity of operations and care, staff selected to work in the OTxHU may also be required to work in CHS locations within the jails. Additionally, while CHS seeks the most qualified individuals for these positions, preference will be given to equally qualified, internal candidates.Job DescriptionMinimum QualificationsDepartment Preferences Ability to support nursing colleagues and maintain a positive work environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, patients, and other healthcare providers. Skills in training, mentoring, and developing peer nursing staff. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and courtesy especially when managing conflicts and deescalating challenging situations Ability to adapt to new or changing circumstances, collaborate with team members, and work well under pressure. Ability to support the care delivery model and environment to ensure the delivery of safe patient care that is evidence-based.How To ApplyIf you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.