Night-Shift Patient Care Technician, Surgery Unit

Sentara Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Tuition reimbursement & student loan;

401k/403B; retirement plans

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sentara Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach. This full-time night shift (approximately 7pm–7am) on Surgery Unit 5B emphasizes patient movement and teamwork on a 24-bed unit.

Responsibilities include assisting patients under RN supervision, supporting admissions/discharges, and monitoring patient condition. A HS diploma and BLS are required within 90 days; various CNA/NCPCT/EMT certifications are acceptable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum requirements: listed certifications/programs (as above).
• One year of prior health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support admissions and discharge processes.
• Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report changes.

Education

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

US Navy Hospital Corps School

Emergency Services: EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical student (RN/LPN/RT/PT coursework)

Recent PCT/Nursing Assistant work experience

Job description

Sentara Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach. This full-time night shift (approximately 7pm–7am) on Surgery Unit 5B emphasizes patient movement and teamwork on a 24-bed unit.

Responsibilities include assisting patients under RN supervision, supporting admissions/discharges, and monitoring patient condition. A HS diploma and BLS are required within 90 days; various CNA/NCPCT/EMT certifications are acceptable.