Patient Care Tech I — Acute Care Support

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern, Morehead City (NC, NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System in New Bern, NC, is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist nursing staff with assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes NA I skills and light clerical tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalency and a Nurses Aide I certificate, with preference for at least one year in an acute care setting. Strong communication and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; transcripts may be required.
• Nurses Aide I certificate listed with the North Carolina Department of Facilities Services.
• Some understanding of medical terminology.
• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Ability to organize confidential clerical responsibilities and patient care in a busy workflow.
• Strong communication with patients, families, physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff by performing assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Includes secretarial functions and NA I skills as part of daily duties.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Medical terminology understanding

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurses Aide I certificate (NC DFS)

Job description

CarolinaEast Health System in New Bern, NC, is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist nursing staff with assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes NA I skills and light clerical tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalency and a Nurses Aide I certificate, with preference for at least one year in an acute care setting. Strong communication and patient-centered care are essential.