Full Time Patient Care Technician

Halifax Regional Hospital, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – Guild Education

Student Debt Pay Down

Certification reimbursements

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital in South Boston, VA seeks a Patient Care Tech to join the day shift team on a full-time basis. This unlicensed role works under a professional nurse to perform delegated nursing tasks and to monitor patients’ conditions with attention to safety and comfort.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, coordination with admissions/discharge activities, and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Must have a HS Diploma and one of the following: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program.
• Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT).
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT and Paramedic.
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of an RN, LPN, RT or PT.
• Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a professional nurse.
• Support admissions and discharge processes.
• Ensure patient safety practices under the direction of the nurse.
• Observe patients and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma

CNA Certification

NCMA

NCPCT

US Navy Hospital Corps School

EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic training

Job description

City/StateSouth Boston, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Patient Care Tech - FT - Day shiftThree 12-hour shifts including rotating weekends and holidaysOverviewPatient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nursing.EducationCertification/LicensureMust have a HS Diploma and one of the following:Sentara Care Partner Certification ProgramSuccessful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and ParamedicCurrent student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT)Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.Experience1 year of Healthcare Experience (Strongly Preferred)Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, Dental, Vision plansAdoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000Paid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid Parental & Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup CareLong-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plansLife Insurance401k/403B with Employer MatchTuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild EducationStudent Debt Pay Down – $10,000Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional developmentPet InsuranceLegal Resources PlanColleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is metSentara Halifax Regional Hospital is fueled by the expertise of a well-established medical staff representing more than two-dozen specialties, while remaining focused on excellent care. Services at this hospital include cardiovascular services, emergency services, family birthing center, hospitalist program, imaging/radiology services, laboratory services, nephrology services, orthopedic services, rehabilitation services and surgical services. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.