Night Shift Patient Care Technician II

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at the Medical University of South Carolina reports to the Nurse Manager and supports a decentralized, patient-centered approach under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Hours per week are 36, with 3 rotating 12-hour night shifts, including weekends and holidays.

A high school diploma or GED is required, plus at least one year of patient care experience; CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification or relevant coursework is preferred, and BLS certification must be

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of patient care in a health care facility preferred.
• CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification or enrollment in a healthcare program with Nursing Assistant/Nursing Fundamentals coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs multi-skilled activities to support patient-centered care.
• Work 3 rotating 12-hour night shifts per week, including weekends and holidays.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and keep it current.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year patient care experience

CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification

Nursing Assistant/Nursing Fundamentals coursework

Job description

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at the Medical University of South Carolina reports to the Nurse Manager and supports a decentralized, patient-centered approach under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Hours per week are 36, with 3 rotating 12-hour night shifts, including weekends and holidays.

A high school diploma or GED is required, plus at least one year of patient care experience; CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification or relevant coursework is preferred, and BLS certification must be