Night Shift Patient Care Tech II: Compassionate Vital Care

Hudson Regional Health; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Health in Bayonne, NJ, is seeking a Patient Care Tech II for the night shift. You will assist nursing staff with direct patient care, monitor conditions, and ensure patient comfort and safety while documenting information and reporting changes promptly.

The role requires a high school diploma, a PCT training program or relevant clinical experience, and current BLS certification. Prior experience in acute care or rehabilitation settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Patient Care Technician training program or equivalent clinical experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proven experience in a healthcare setting providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding as needed.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and report any abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Support patient mobility by assisting with ambulation, repositioning, and transfers to prevent complications such as pressure ulcers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and hospital policies.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families to provide emotional support and respond to their needs and concerns.
• Collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals to implement patient care plans and ensure continuity of care.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely in electronic health records or paper charts.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights and requests, ensuring timely assistance and attention.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

PCT training program

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Hudson Regional Health in Bayonne, NJ, is seeking a Patient Care Tech II for the night shift. You will assist nursing staff with direct patient care, monitor conditions, and ensure patient comfort and safety while documenting information and reporting changes promptly.

The role requires a high school diploma, a PCT training program or relevant clinical experience, and current BLS certification. Prior experience in acute care or rehabilitation settings is preferred.