Compassionate Patient Care Technician

10100 Children's Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the pediatric care team. Under RN direction, you will perform basic nursing care activities, help maintain a safe, clean patient setting, and assist staff with patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with ADLs, ensuring proper nutrition, monitoring equipment, and documenting in the nursing database. Must have high school diploma and CNA/EMT/CPCT certification with BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA/EMT/CPCT and BLS required.
• Experience in health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orient family to use call lights and monitor systems.
• Set up monitors and alarms and record vital signs.
• Provide daily living activities and assist with nutrition and hygiene.
• Assist with procedures and prepare the unit for discharge and admission.
• Document nursing care in patient records and communicate with RN.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Aseptic technique

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the pediatric care team. Under RN direction, you will perform basic nursing care activities, help maintain a safe, clean patient setting, and assist staff with patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with ADLs, ensuring proper nutrition, monitoring equipment, and documenting in the nursing database. Must have high school diploma and CNA/EMT/CPCT certification with BLS.