Night Shift Inpatient Certified Patient Care Tech

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician-Certified to provide direct and indirect patient care in an inpatient setting. The role reports to licensed nursing staff and ensures high-quality support for patient wellbeing.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, attending to vital signs, hygiene tasks, and coordinating with RNs. The position requires a WV CNA certification or hospital-based program completion and a current BLS. Night shifts are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Current WV Certified Nursing Assistant Certification or completion of hospital-based program.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patient concerns/changes to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assist the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Record vital signs, assist in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures; track intake and outputs.
• Assist in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment to help prevent infection and ensure safety of patients, visitors and employees.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS within 30 days

WV CNA certification

Job description

United Hospital Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician-Certified to provide direct and indirect patient care in an inpatient setting. The role reports to licensed nursing staff and ensures high-quality support for patient wellbeing.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, attending to vital signs, hygiene tasks, and coordinating with RNs. The position requires a WV CNA certification or hospital-based program completion and a current BLS. Night shifts are available.