ICU Patient Care Technician - Surgical ICU

Yale NewHaven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate at Bridgeport Hospital. Under RN supervision, you will support direct patient care, obtain vital signs, and help ensure safe, efficient delivery of services in a patient-centered environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a CNA credential or related program, and BLS certification. Two years of patient care experience or equivalent education is expected, with strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA credential or related healthcare program recommended.
• Two years direct patient care experience or equivalent education.
• BLS training required before employment and maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, assists with patient care duties and reports information to support nursing assessment and planning.
• Obtains and records vital signs as ordered by the RN.
• Assists in safe and efficient delivery of patient care and ensures proper patient identification per policy.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and communicates with patients and families.

Skills

CNA credential

EMT

Clinical experience

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA credential or related program

Tools

Pneumatic tube system

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate at Bridgeport Hospital. Under RN supervision, you will support direct patient care, obtain vital signs, and help ensure safe, efficient delivery of services in a patient-centered environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a CNA credential or related program, and BLS certification. Two years of patient care experience or equivalent education is expected, with strong English communication skills.