Patient Care Technician - 11 West Unit - FT

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Patient Care Technicians/Nursing Assistants to join their compassionate team. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential nursing care in a dynamic environment renowned for its commitment to clinical excellence. You will be responsible for assisting patients with their basic needs, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring their comfort and safety. With a focus on professional development, this position not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives but also supports your career growth in the healthcare sector. Join a team that values collaboration, commitment, and compassion in every interaction.

Benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Remote Work Options

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness studios

Discounts on childcare

Continued education and training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care including vital signs and personal assistance.
• Transport patients and document observations accurately.
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Patient care experience

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Unit-based software

Job description

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Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Day/Evening

Requisition Number: 149890

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

This position is located at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

11 West – Neuro/Trauma Surgical Unit. This 28 bed M/S unit is the primary unit for Trauma/Neurosurgery, Urology, and General surgery patients. The unit has a dedicated Neurosurgical ACP daily. They are the alternate unit for orthopaedic surgery, hospitalist and other medicine patients.

This position is full time, working the day/evening/night shift with every other weekend and rotating holidays.

This position is eligible for a $3,000.00 sign-on bonus when successful candidate meets applicable guidelines.

Successful candidate MUST BE able to attend required orientation classes during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm for the first 2 weeks. These classes are mandatory!

If you want to learn more about being a Patient Care Tech/Nursing Assistant at Carilion or hear testimonials from current Nursing Assistants, please watch this VIDEO.

As a part of the patient care team, you’ll experience an environment defined by a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development. This is a great opportunity to start your health care career journey, within a setting renowned for clinical excellence.

You’ll provide nursing care that includes taking the patient's blood pressure, checking their oxygen levels and temperature, as well as assisting patients of all sexes and genders with bathing, meals, toileting, ambulation, and other basic needs. The Patient Care Tech/Nursing Assistant role can include one-on-one care of patients on suicide or safety precautions.

Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide basic nursing care and perform advanced technical skills for specified age groups.
• Transport patients, supplies, specimens, and equipment within the facility.
• Appropriately document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
• Contribute to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities.
• Review medical records for outstanding orders and process equipment between patients as needed (clean unit-based equipment and gather supplies needed to operate equipment).
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharges and coordinate patient flow into/out of area using department/unit-specific software and Intranet.
• May also provide one-on-one patient care related to suicide or safety precautions.

What We Require:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Successfully complete orientation and competency validation.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR) required within 6 months of hire.
• Previous experience in direct patient care preferred.

About Carilion:

Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members:

• Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.
• Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.
• Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do.
• Courage: Doing what’s right for our patients without question.
• Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.

Requisition Number: 149890
Employment Status: Full time
Location: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Shift: Day/Evening
Shift Details: 3 12hr shifts, EOW, and holidays
Recruiter: SARAH R BOSWELL
Recruiter Email: [e-mail]
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by visiting our Total Rewards Page.

Carilion Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We embrace a diverse workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Protected Veterans status, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.