Certified Critical Care Technician - Surgical Intermediate Care unit - Pavilion 8

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ is seeking a part-time Critical Care Technician to support patients’ daily living activities under the direction of an RN. You will perform technical duties such as phlebotomy, vital signs, EKGs, and Foley care, and communicate changes in patient status to the RN.

The role emphasizes safety, education for patients and families, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High School/GED is required.
• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and an active PCT certification are required.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification is required.
• CPT, CPCT-A, ACMA certifications are acceptable alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions.
• Perform technical duties as directed by RN (phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care) and document appropriately.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately.
• Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and in orientation of new hires.
• Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the due date.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Documentation

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

PCT training

Tools

AHA BLS

Job description

About Us

AtCooper University Health Care,our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Critical Care Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients’ activities of daily living and supports the overall plan of care. This role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to the delivery of quality patient care within the organization.

• Support patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions


• Perform technical duties as directed by RN (phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care) and document appropriately.


• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately, maintaining safe patient practices


• Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety


• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and assist in orienting new hires.


• Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.


• Consistently adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care


• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, visitors, and coworkers.


• Capacity to identify and communicate changes in patient status.

Overview

Pavilion-8, an Intermediate surgical and medical surgical unit with 30 single rooms and the capacity to be a complete intermediate unit, is genuinely committed to providing extraordinary patient care. Our surgical services include ENT, Vascular, Plastic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Surgical oncology, and Urology. Our leadership structure, comprised of a clinical director, an assistant clinical director, clinical nurse managers, and a clinical educator, is dedicated to supporting our staff and patient safety.

Pavilion-8 is supported by our unit secretaries, critical care technicians, and registered nurses seven days a week. We work towards having all of our nurses’ cross-trained in surgical intermediate within the first year at Cooper. Pavilion-8 fosters a close relationship with our providers, as our APN’s and Surgical Residents are easily accessible for support, questions, and directions with patient care. They have offices right here on the unit, along with our leadership team and our transitional care team.

Experience Required

• 0-2 years’ experience required.

Education Requirements

• High School/GED required.


• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and have an active Patient Care Technician Certification required.

License/Certification Requirements

• AHA Basic Life Support certification required


• Successful completion of one of these certifications; CPT, CPCT-A, ACMA

Special Requirements

Part time nights, 24 hours a weekHours: 7p-7:30a with weekend/holidays rotation

Salary Min ($)

USD $18.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $29.00