Night Patient Care Technician — Growth, PTO & Tuition Help

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care FSAs

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Jersey City Medical Center. The role supports Registered Nurses, provides hands-on care, and helps create a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

You will monitor vital signs, assist with daily needs, and help implement care plans in a fast-paced hospital setting. The position requires a High School Diploma / GED, BLS certification, and nursing assistant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA preferred or nursing program experience.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday 11:00 PM–7:30 AM with alternating weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and provide nursing care including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and bedside care.
• Monitor vital signs and track patient health status.
• Document patient information accurately in the EHR while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow infection control protocols to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Collaborate with RNs, doctors and therapists to coordinate care plans.
• Provide BLS CPR if needed in acute situations.
• Support patient care from admission to discharge.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

Nursing care

Documentation in EHR

Infection control

Communication with patients

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA certificate (optional)

BLS certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Jersey City Medical Center. The role supports Registered Nurses, provides hands-on care, and helps create a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

You will monitor vital signs, assist with daily needs, and help implement care plans in a fast-paced hospital setting. The position requires a High School Diploma / GED, BLS certification, and nursing assistant experience is preferred.