Ortho Trauma Patient Care Tech – Nights

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health’s Orthopaedic Trauma Unit seeks compassionate Patient Care Technicians to deliver direct, age-specific patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with basic nursing tasks, monitor conditions, and support safe, efficient unit operations.

Required education includes a high school degree; CNA or equivalent preferred. AHA BLS HCP certification is required, with opportunities for on-the-job training and growth in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• AHA BLS HCP certification required.
• CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, Military Corpsman/Medic, or Nursing Aide Training program preferred.
• Healthcare experience or clinical nursing rotation acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, direct care to patients with age-appropriate adjustments.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the care team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked unit environment to meet patient needs.
• Record admissions data, vital signs, height/weight, I&O as outlined by policy.
• Assist with feeding, mobility, and basic hygiene activities.
• Adhere to infection control and safety policies; participate in trainings.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

ADL care

Observation/reporting

Infection control

Education

High School Degree

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

VCU Health’s Orthopaedic Trauma Unit seeks compassionate Patient Care Technicians to deliver direct, age-specific patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with basic nursing tasks, monitor conditions, and support safe, efficient unit operations.

Required education includes a high school degree; CNA or equivalent preferred. AHA BLS HCP certification is required, with opportunities for on-the-job training and growth in a fast-paced surgical environment.