PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

COOPER PEDIATRICS; Cape May Court House (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

COOPER PEDIATRICS is looking for a compassionate Patient Care Technician to join their team. The role involves providing essential support to patients under the guidance of registered nurses, ensuring high standards of care are maintained. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment. Ideal candidates should possess CPR certification and have prior experience in patient care, making this an excellent opportunity for dedicated individuals eager to advance their careers in healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits program

Professional development opportunities

Attractive working conditions

Qualifications

• Experience as a Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to follow physician orders and perform monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of an RN.
• Assist with daily living activities and monitor patient condition.
• Handle specimen collection and transport patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Observation

Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

About us

Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, three urgent care facilities; Cape Regional Physicians Associates with primary care and specialty care providers delivering services in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional is accredited by and received the Gold Seal of approval from The Joint Commission.

Short Description

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Key responsibilities include observing and reporting patient condition changes, assisting with daily living activities (such as meals and bathing), recording vital signs, measuring fluid intake/output, collecting specimens, and transporting patients within the hospital. They also perform one-on-one monitoring with documentation, demonstrate computer skills, follow physician orders, and use the internal paging and patient call systems. Additional tasks are assigned as needed.

Experience Required

Previous Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistantexperience preferred.

Education Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.

License/Certification Requirements

American Heart Association, (AHA) CPR (Basic Life Support) Certification required.