Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Acute Care

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Memorial Hospital within Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team. The role involves assisting with hygiene, safety, nutrition, and comfort under RN supervision and requires completion of a CNA program with an active license and BLS certification.

The position is full-time, dayshift, and based in a busy acute care transplant setting, with responsibilities including vital signs, patient transport, and equipment preparation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA Certification required for hire; active license preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification may be required at unit level.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care under RN supervision including hygiene, safety, nutrition and comfort.
• Assists with procedures, prepares equipment, and supports patient and family education.
• Performs routine tasks: vital signs, mobility assistance, and daily living activities.
• Keeps rooms and equipment clean and stocked; transports patients as needed.
• Adheres to unit policies and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise).

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Certification

AHA BLS Certification

Job description

Jackson Memorial Hospital within Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team. The role involves assisting with hygiene, safety, nutrition, and comfort under RN supervision and requires completion of a CNA program with an active license and BLS certification.

The position is full-time, dayshift, and based in a busy acute care transplant setting, with responsibilities including vital signs, patient transport, and equipment preparation