BLS-Certified Patient Observer

Hackensack Meridian Health; Brick Township (NJ); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our hospital team. The role supports patient observation and basic care, ensuring comfort and safety in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, mobility to move with patients, and ability to work under isolation precautions. BLS certification is required prior to performing patient observation; prior hospital experience is preferred but not required.

Formación

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for periods while mobile with patients.
• Must be able to work with isolation precautions.

Conocimientos

Mobility

Isolation precautions

Educación

High School Diploma / GED

Descripción del empleo

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealthwe help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.It’salso about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time.
• Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Aide Training, or current Nursing/Psychology student are all preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required prior to performing patient observation.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!