Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Socket.dev; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the care team. You will provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision, ensuring safety, comfort and satisfaction for diverse patient populations.

The role involves collaboration with nurses, physicians and support staff, completing tasks from intake to discharge, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The position emphasizes learning, accountability and compassionate care, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Strong focus on teamwork and dedication to patient care.
• Ability to deliver high-quality care under RN supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age and care criteria, under RN supervision.
• Communicate with patients, nursing staff and care team about patient status.
• Assist with patient admission, assessment, and routine procedures.
• Support safe patient handling, hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and performance improvement.

Skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Patient care

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

PCT/CNA/MA program or Apprenticeship

AHA BLS certification within 60 days

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the care team. You will provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision, ensuring safety, comfort and satisfaction for diverse patient populations.

The role involves collaboration with nurses, physicians and support staff, completing tasks from intake to discharge, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The position emphasizes learning, accountability and compassionate care, with a focus on