Patient Care Tech - Acute Care Support (PRN/Rotating)

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Security Care Unit on a PRN rotating basis. The role supports age-appropriate patient care under RN guidance, ensuring safety, accurate data collection, and adherence to policy.

Quoting requirements include a high school diploma, CNA/MA/EMT credentials, and BLS HCP certification. The position emphasizes teamwork, rapid response, and compliance with infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Degree or equivalent.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent required.
• Minimum Qualifications include CNA/MA/EMT or similar healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct care to patients in the unit, adjusting for age as needed.
• Monitor patient conditions and report updates to the health care team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked environment per policies.
• Record admissions data, vital signs, height/weight, and intake/output per policy.
• Assist with specimen collection for diagnostic tests when needed.
• Attend mandatory in-services and training; follow PPE protocols.
• Ensure patient safety and participate in patient safety initiatives.
• Establish rapport with patients, visitors, and health care staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Infection control

Patient safety

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician

Military Corpsmen/Medic

Nursing Aide Training Program

Foundations/clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Security Care Unit on a PRN rotating basis. The role supports age-appropriate patient care under RN guidance, ensuring safety, accurate data collection, and adherence to policy.

Quoting requirements include a high school diploma, CNA/MA/EMT credentials, and BLS HCP certification. The position emphasizes teamwork, rapid response, and compliance with infection control practices.