Medical Surgical Technician - Progressive Transitional Care Unit (PTCU)

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Little River, SC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support registered nurses by obtaining vitals, assisting with bathing, feeding, dressing, and transporting, and helping create a safe, comforting environment. You will conduct hourly rounds to monitor patient well‑being, report changes, and assist with mobility and daily activities within a hospital setting.

Qualifications: nursing assistant training program or 1+ year clinical experience; EMT certification is required for

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a nursing assistant training program or 1+ years of experience in a clinical setting.
• EMT certification required for Emergency Department exposure.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and assist with activities of daily living.
• Transport patients and assist with bathing, feeding, dressing, and grooming.
• Conduct hourly rounds to ensure patient well‑being and comfort.
• Report changes and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure safe, quality care.

Education

Nursing assistant training program

1+ years of experience in a clinical setting

EMT certification – Emergency Department ONLY

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse performing patient care duties such as obtaining vitals, bathing, feeding, dressing, transporting, and grooming based on the needs of the patient population. Conduct hourly rounds to ensure patient well-being, while also creating a comforting and secure environment for patients and visitors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse performing patient care duties such as obtaining vitals, bathing, feeding, dressing, transporting, and grooming based on the needs of the patient population. Conduct hourly rounds to ensure patient well-being, while also creating a comforting and secure environment for patients and visitors.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Successful completion of a nursing assistant training program or 1+ years of experience in a clinical setting
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification – Emergency Department ONLY

ABOUT US

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

ABOUT THE TEAM

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we are an equal opportunity employer.