Night Patient Care Tech — Vitals, Phlebotomy, EKG

Sentara Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401(k) with employer match

Student Debt Pay Down

Job summary

Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician for full-time night shifts. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and performing phlebotomy and basic testing under RN supervision.

Required HS diploma or equivalent with relevant certification or recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience; BLS certification is required. Competitive benefits are provided as part of Sentara’s comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required; related certifications preferred.
• BLS Certification required; additional nursing certifications beneficial.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant within last 3 years is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support with daily living activities.
• Record vital signs and observe/ report changes to RN or medical staff.
• Assist with mobility, phlebotomy, specimen collection and basic diagnostic tests.
• Perform Foley catheter insertion/removal and IV removal as applicable under supervision.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility & ambulation

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Specimen collection

Foley catheter procedures

Patient safety practices

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Care Partner Certification Program (Sentara)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

US Navy Hospital Corps School training

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical experience (current student)

Experience as PCT or Nursing Assistant (last 3 years)

Job description

Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician for full-time night shifts. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and performing phlebotomy and basic testing under RN supervision.

Required HS diploma or equivalent with relevant certification or recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience; BLS certification is required. Competitive benefits are provided as part of Sentara’s comprehensive package.