Compassionate Patient Care Technician

vcuhealth; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct, age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practitioner according to the care plan.

The role includes monitoring patients, recording vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, ensuring a safe environment, and contributing to the patient experience by communicating changes to the health care team.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• CNA certification preferred.
• Experience in healthcare environment is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct care to patients in their unit.
• Monitor patients' conditions and provide updates to the health care team.
• Provide direct and indirect care to meet comfort, hygiene, and safety needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked environment to support patient care.
• Record patient data such as vital signs, intake/output and other information.
• Attend mandatory trainings and adhere to requirements.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Patient safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Job description

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct, age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practitioner according to the care plan.

The role includes monitoring patients, recording vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, ensuring a safe environment, and contributing to the patient experience by communicating changes to the health care team.