Neuro Care Tech: Trauma & Progressive Care

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 Tech for the Neurosurgery Progressive Care unit in Richmond. This role provides direct patient care under RN direction, focusing on neurosurgery patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting.

Required: High School diploma or equivalent; BLS certification; CNA experience preferred. Duties include data collection, hygiene support, mobility assistance, and safety-focused care in a rotating, part-time, PRN schedule.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Degree or equivalent
• Preferred Education: Certified Nursing Assistant
• Licensure/Certification Required: AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, direct care to patients in assigned unit under supervision
• Monitor patients’ conditions and report changes to the health care team
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked environment to support care delivery
• Record initial and ongoing patient information (vital signs, intake/output)

Skills

Vital signs & data collection

Patient hygiene & daily living care

Feeding, hydration & nutrition support

Mobility assistance

Safety-conscious care

Accountability & task completion

PPE proficiency

Cultural responsiveness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech for the Neurosurgery Progressive Care unit in Richmond. This role provides direct patient care under RN direction, focusing on neurosurgery patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting.

Required: High School diploma or equivalent; BLS certification; CNA experience preferred. Duties include data collection, hygiene support, mobility assistance, and safety-focused care in a rotating, part-time, PRN schedule.