Critical Care Tech II: Night Float (EKG, Phlebotomy)

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in New Jersey is seeking a Critical Care Tech II to support patients’ daily living activities under the direction of an RN. This role involves direct collaboration with the healthcare team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The position requires completing PCT training, maintaining an active PCT certification, and BLS CPR certification. Shift pattern includes night coverage and weekend demands in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training.
• Active Patient Care Technician Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions.
• Perform phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care as directed by RN and document appropriately.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately, maintaining safe patient practices.
• Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and orient new hires.
• Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
• Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients, visitors and coworkers.
• Capably identify and communicate changes in patient status.

Education

High School/GED

Patient Care Technician training

Job description

Cooper University Health Care in New Jersey is seeking a Critical Care Tech II to support patients’ daily living activities under the direction of an RN. This role involves direct collaboration with the healthcare team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The position requires completing PCT training, maintaining an active PCT certification, and BLS CPR certification. Shift pattern includes night coverage and weekend demands in a hospital setting.