Night Shift Patient Care Technician (CNA)

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time benefits

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a surgical joint team. You will provide hands-on patient care under nursing supervision for patients recovering from orthopedic and other surgical procedures.

The role requires a Maryland CNA/GNA, BLS, and strong communication. The position is full-time night shift (3 x 12-hour shifts) with rotating weekends and holidays, in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required.
• No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of professional nursing staff.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and transfers.
• Obtain, document, and report vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and pain level.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Perform venipuncture for blood draws and establish IV access.
• Perform blood glucose monitoring and accurately document findings.
• Collect patient specimens for laboratory testing using proper patient identification and collection techniques.
• Provide skin and wound care and report changes in skin integrity or patient condition.
• Assist with orthopedic and rehabilitation devices, including braces, splints, compression wraps and stockings.
• Participate in hourly rounding and respond promptly to patient call lights, bed alarms, chair alarms, and other patient safety alerts.
• Collaborate with nurses and members of the interdisciplinary care team to carry out the patient's plan of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment while supporting patient comfort and fall prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Mobility assistance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Requirements

oin the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Cente as a Patient Care Technician! This is an exceptional opportunity for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to bring your clinical skills to a collaborative, patient-focused Surgical Joint team committed to delivering safe, exceptional patient care. In this role, you will work under the direction of professional nursing staff to provide hands‑on care to patients recovering from orthopedic, joint replacement, and other surgical procedures.

Job Requirements

Join the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Cente as a Patient Care Technician! This is an exceptional opportunity for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to bring your clinical skills to a collaborative, patient-focused Surgical Joint team committed to delivering safe, exceptional patient care. In this role, you will work under the direction of professional nursing staff to provide hands‑on care to patients recovering from orthopedic, joint replacement, and other surgical procedures. You will obtain and document vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, perform blood draws and IV access, monitor blood glucose, assist with mobility and orthopedic devices, collect specimens, and support admissions, transfers, and discharges. This role is ideal for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who thrives in a fast‑paced acute care environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is passionate about providing safe, compassionate, high‑quality care while supporting patients throughout their surgical recovery. Full-Time Night Shift: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays

Key Responsibilities

The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of professional nursing staff.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and transfers.
• Obtain, document, and report vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and pain level.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Perform venipuncture for blood draws and establish IV access.
• Perform blood glucose monitoring and accurately document findings.
• Collect patient specimens for laboratory testing using proper patient identification and collection techniques.
• Provide skin and wound care and report changes in skin integrity or patient condition.
• Assist with orthopedic and rehabilitation devices, including braces, splints, compression wraps and stockings.
• Participate in hourly rounding and respond promptly to patient call lights, bed alarms, chair alarms, and other patient safety alerts.
• Collaborate with nurses and members of the interdisciplinary care team to carry out the patient's plan of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment while supporting patient comfort and fall prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Current Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required.
• No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, perform multiple duties simultaneously, and function effectively in a fast‑paced clinical environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary patient care team.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $17.68 - $24.76 per hour.
• Shift, Weekend, and Holiday Differential Pay Where Applicable.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN Team Members.
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within a collaborative Surgical Joint Nursing team committed to quality, safety, and excellence in patient care.