Patient Care Tech - Phlebotomy & EKG Support

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a dedicated patient care technician/Nurse Aide to support daily patient care under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, collecting vital signs, and providing comfort measures.

Phlebotomy procedures and non-sterile treatments may be required depending on assignment. The ideal candidate has a CNA certification or is enrolled in a nursing program, with 1+ year of related patient care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; must be a CNA or complete certification prior to orientation.
• One year patient care experience (EKG, Phlebotomy, Nurse Aide, Nurse Technician) preferred.
• CNA certification or nursing program enrollment required as applicable

Responsibilities

• Contributes to daily patient care activities including activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Collects data: weights, temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure measurements.
• Performs non-sterile treatments (e.g., cold compresses).
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection as assigned.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions with patients and families.
• Maintains involvement in educational activities related to role (attends mandatory inservices).
• Performs other responsibilities as requested by Patient care manager and is flexible with time.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

EKG

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a dedicated patient care technician/Nurse Aide to support daily patient care under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, collecting vital signs, and providing comfort measures.

Phlebotomy procedures and non-sterile treatments may be required depending on assignment. The ideal candidate has a CNA certification or is enrolled in a nursing program, with 1+ year of related patient care experience preferred.