Acute Care PCT: Growth, Certification & Training

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Acute Care Surgical Services unit. The unit is a nationally recognized 28-bed inpatient area providing care for diverse surgical specialties, with a focus on safety and high-quality patient outcomes.

You will deliver direct and indirect care under the supervision of registered nurses and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; licensure/certification required as listed.
• AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe direct care to patients on the unit with age-appropriate adjustments.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate updates to health care team.
• Assist with hygiene, personal care, feeding, hydration, and mobility.
• Maintain a clean, stocked environment and adhere to policy and procedure.
• Document patient information such as vitals and intake/output per policy.
• Attend trainings and participate in patient safety initiatives.
• Demonstrate courteous rapport with patients, visitors, and health care team.

Skills

Patient data collection

Vital signs monitoring

ADL care assistance

Feeding and hydration support

Ambulation and mobility

Safety-focused care

Teamwork and communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant

AHA BLS Healthcare Provider

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Acute Care Surgical Services unit. The unit is a nationally recognized 28-bed inpatient area providing care for diverse surgical specialties, with a focus on safety and high-quality patient outcomes.

You will deliver direct and indirect care under the supervision of registered nurses and contribute to a collaborative team environment.