CVICU Patient Care Tech - Night Shift (36 hrs/wk)

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, West Virginia, seeks a patient care technician to provide high-quality direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will support admission, transfers, hygiene, vital signs, and patient comfort while coordinating with licensed staff.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and CNA or WV/OH patient care technician certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Must meet one of the following: Nationally certified patient care technician, WVUM Patient Care Technician program, or CNA certification.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports all patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Reports equipment repairs promptly according to procedures.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicates nutrition issues to RN and assists with diet changes.
• Assists with administrative tasks to support department operations.
• Answers patient call bell and relays messages.

Skills

Ability to effectively communicate

Adapt to changing environments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days

Nationally certified patient care technician

WVUM Patient Care Technician program

Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (state issued)

Job description

CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, West Virginia, seeks a patient care technician to provide high-quality direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will support admission, transfers, hygiene, vital signs, and patient comfort while coordinating with licensed staff.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and CNA or WV/OH patient care technician certification.