Patient Care Tech PCU Days

adventhealth; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 weeks)

Job summary

AdventHealth in Calhoun, GA seeks a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician to assist with direct patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Requirements include a High School diploma and BLS. CNA or CPCT/NCCT/EMT certifications preferred. Benefits begin Day One with competitive compensation and growth opportunities within AdventHealth.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care with attention to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Ability to respond appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and skill upgrades.
• Demonstrates safety with proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments per policy and procedure and documents procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and quality initiatives.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient environment.
• Assists in delivering patient care under RN supervision.
• Gathers nursing history and reports abnormalities to RN.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1035 RED BUD RD NE

City:

CALHOUN

State:

Georgia

Postal Code:

30701

Job Description:

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Assists in identifying patient needs
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred]
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR NCCT Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) [Required] OR AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT-C) [Required]OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT)[Required]

Pay Range:

$15.16 - $24.26

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.