Night Shift Patient Care Tech - Adult Psychiatry

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Psychiatry unit on night shifts in Richmond, VA. The role provides direct, age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practitioners, ensuring safety and comfort while following care plans and hospital policy.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, collecting vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, feeding, mobility, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient data collection and documentation (vital signs, intake/output).
• Knowledge of basic hygiene and activities of daily living care.
• Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and nutrition.
• Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility.
• Provide safe, compassionate care and maintain patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific care under RN/LP (LIP) supervision.
• Monitor patients and report changes to health care team.
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked environment; manage supplies and sterilization.
• Obtain and record patient information (admissions data, vitals, I&O).
• Attend mandatory trainings and adherence to infection control policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Hygiene care

Mobility assistance

Feeding support

Safety awareness

PPE use

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

VCU Health seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Psychiatry unit on night shifts in Richmond, VA. The role provides direct, age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practitioners, ensuring safety and comfort while following care plans and hospital policy.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, collecting vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, feeding, mobility, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.