Advanced Patient Care Technician – Telemetry & Mobility

TriStar Centennial Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

TriStar Centennial Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team under RN supervision. You will perform direct and indirect patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with mobility, and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, telemetry monitoring, and support in specialized tasks as directed. CNA/LNA/EMT training preferred, with Basic Life Support required within 30 days of start.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment start date.
• Training and competency in specialized functions within scope.
• Telemetry monitoring and phlebotomy experience preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in an acute setting or as a military medic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in implementing nursing care plans under licensed nurse supervision.
• Records initial and ongoing patient information including vital signs and intake/output.
• Assists with mobility, transfers, discharges, and proper body mechanics.
• Collects specimens for diagnostic tests and ensures accurate labeling and timely transfer.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and daily living tasks.
• Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed.
• Engages in evidence-based practices to enhance patient experience (AIDET, Teach-Back).
• Completes training and demonstrates competency in specialized functions (phlebotomy, telemetry, wound care).

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Direct patient care

Safety rounding

Education

CNA Training

LNA Training

EMT Training

Military Medic Training

Job description

TriStar Centennial Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team under RN supervision. You will perform direct and indirect patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with mobility, and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, telemetry monitoring, and support in specialized tasks as directed. CNA/LNA/EMT training preferred, with Basic Life Support required within 30 days of start.