Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Acute Medicine

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

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Medicine Specialty Unit in Richmond. This on-site role supports age-appropriate patient care, collects vital signs, and assists with activities of daily living under RN supervision.

The position requires High School Diploma and CNA is preferred, with training in PPE and safety protocols. The role involves direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the health care team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent required or CNA preferred.
• Knowledge of vital signs, intake/output, and patient data documentation.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living and feeding.
• Ability to wear PPE and provide safe, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and monitor patient conditions per plan of care.
• Record vital signs and patient information as outlined by policy.
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, hygiene, feeding, and comfort.
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked unit environment and equipment.

Skills

Patient data collection

Hygiene care

Feeding assistance

Ambulation support

Safe, compassionate care

PPE usage

Cultural responsiveness

Accountability for tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Medicine Specialty Unit in Richmond. This on-site role supports age-appropriate patient care, collects vital signs, and assists with activities of daily living under RN supervision.

The position requires High School Diploma and CNA is preferred, with training in PPE and safety protocols. The role involves direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the health care team in a fast-paced environment.