ER Night Shift Patient Care Tech

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Emergency Department (Nights). The role involves direct, age-appropriate patient care under RN supervision, including monitoring, data collection, and assistance with daily activities.

The position emphasizes safety, infection control, and teamwork in a fast-paced ED setting. Qualifications include CNA/MA/EMT or Nursing Aide training; AHA BLS HCP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification/Completion of one of the following: CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nursing Aide Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, direct care to patients in assigned unit according to plan of care.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and report changes to health care team.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal hygiene.
• Support nursing staff with essential patient care tasks and comfort measures.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient environment and uphold infection control policies.
• Attend mandatory trainings and adhere to hospital policies.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Nursing Aide Training Program

Military Corpsman/Medic

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Emergency Department (Nights). The role involves direct, age-appropriate patient care under RN supervision, including monitoring, data collection, and assistance with daily activities.

The position emphasizes safety, infection control, and teamwork in a fast-paced ED setting. Qualifications include CNA/MA/EMT or Nursing Aide training; AHA BLS HCP certification preferred.