Night Shift Patient Care Tech: Pulmonary Post-Thoracic Care

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Flexible and additional benefits

Job summary

Ascension in Nashville, TN seeks a patient care role to support patients with diverse diagnoses in the Pulmonary Post Thoracic Surgery department. This full-time night shift involves assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and providing emotional support to patients under nursing supervision.

Requirements include a BLS certification within 30 days of hire and a preferred Nurse Aide; a high school diploma or GED or one year of related experience is required.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date.
• Nurse Aide preferred.
• High School diploma or GED or 1 year related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for patients with a wide-array of diagnoses.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Take Vital Signs during your shift and report findings to nursing staff.
• Train in Phlebotomy to assist nursing staff when needed.
• Contribute to the positive physical, mental and emotional support for each patient.

Skills

Vital Signs

Personal Care

ADLs

Phlebotomy

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Job description

Ascension in Nashville, TN seeks a patient care role to support patients with diverse diagnoses in the Pulmonary Post Thoracic Surgery department. This full-time night shift involves assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and providing emotional support to patients under nursing supervision.

Requirements include a BLS certification within 30 days of hire and a preferred Nurse Aide; a high school diploma or GED or one year of related experience is required.