Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Danbury Hospital; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 2,824,000 - 3,926,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Team Member Discounts

Job summary

Danbury Hospital is hiring a Patient Sitter/Safety Attendant to provide patient care and support under licensed staff supervision. The role involves implementing nursing orders, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a clean, organized unit environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma and ideally a CNA certification; BLS/CPR is required within 90 days of starting. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active CNA certification preferred.
• BLS/CPR required within 90 days of start date or orientation completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical care to assigned patients and perform basic skills and data collection.
• Implement nursing orders promptly with understanding of purpose.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort, including positioning and personal items within reach.
• Enter all patient data into the electronic medical record system as applicable.
• Communicate patient and visitor information to the care team and supervisors.
• Attend staff meetings and read meeting minutes; maintain competency in BLS/CPR.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Safety

Teamwork

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Danbury Hospital is hiring a Patient Sitter/Safety Attendant to provide patient care and support under licensed staff supervision. The role involves implementing nursing orders, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a clean, organized unit environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma and ideally a CNA certification; BLS/CPR is required within 90 days of starting. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred but not required.