Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Rotating Shifts

sanford; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN/LPN supervision. You will record vitals, assist with daily activities, and maintain clean patient areas in a rotating shift environment.

Experience with healthcare terminology and CNAs is preferred. ND or WI nurse aide registry requirements apply, and accommodations are available upon request.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• If ND and not CNA, must be on the ND Nurse Aide Registry within four months of employment.
• If Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry or be a student nurse with basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA employer.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments.
• Provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meals, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient.
• Prepare treatment areas, clean equipment, and dispose of biomedical waste.
• Perform scheduling and documentation-related clerical work.
• Demonstrate strong communication, customer service, multitasking, and organizational skills daily.
• Provide one-on-one patient care when necessary for safety.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Strong communication

Healthcare knowledge

CNA preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

GED preferred

Job description

Sanford is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN/LPN supervision. You will record vitals, assist with daily activities, and maintain clean patient areas in a rotating shift environment.

Experience with healthcare terminology and CNAs is preferred. ND or WI nurse aide registry requirements apply, and accommodations are available upon request.