Night Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Med‑Surg Support

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health invites a Patient Care Technician to join Jersey City Medical Center's Medical-Surgical Unit-II. In this part-time, night-shift role, you will support RNs with bedside care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and help maintain a safe patient environment.

You will document in the electronic health record, follow infection control protocols, and communicate with patients and the care team to coordinate plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current BLS certification.
• Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical program experience preferred.
• CNA certificate is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care.
• Monitor patient health status by recording vital signs and observations.
• Document information accurately in EHR with confidentiality.
• Follow infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Support RN in care plans and bedside care.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Nursing assistance

Documentation in EHR

Infection control

Mobility support

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma / GED

American Heart Association BLS certification

CNA certificate

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health invites a Patient Care Technician to join Jersey City Medical Center's Medical-Surgical Unit-II. In this part-time, night-shift role, you will support RNs with bedside care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and help maintain a safe patient environment.

You will document in the electronic health record, follow infection control protocols, and communicate with patients and the care team to coordinate plans.