Night Shift Patient Care Tech — Ortho/Med Surg Unit

Sentara Health Plans; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k/403B

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Ortho/Med Surg Unit 1 East. The role involves assisting with patient mobility, delivering basic care under the direction of a registered nurse, and supporting the admissions and discharge processes on a busy 24-bed unit.

This full-time night shift (approximately 6pm–6am) offers hands-on ortho training, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for professional development within Sentara's comprehensive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification such as CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or Sentara Care Partner Certification preferred within 90 days.
• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support admissions and discharge processes.
• Observe patients and report changes to the nurse.
• Follow patient safety practices.

Skills

Caregiving

Mobility assistance

Observation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent certification

Job description

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Ortho/Med Surg Unit 1 East. The role involves assisting with patient mobility, delivering basic care under the direction of a registered nurse, and supporting the admissions and discharge processes on a busy 24-bed unit.

This full-time night shift (approximately 6pm–6am) offers hands-on ortho training, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for professional development within Sentara's comprehensive