Patient Care Technician - Burn/Trauma Intermediate Care - Med/Surg

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to provide essential patient care and support activities of daily living. This role involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, and performing various medical tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. Join Sentara's team at Norfolk General Hospital, a leader in trauma and burn care, and help us deliver high-quality healthcare to our community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as CNA or NCPCT preferred.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and supports daily living activities.
• Takes vital signs and assists with mobility.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Mobility Assistance

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, supports activities of daily living (both independent and dependent), takes vital signs, assists with mobility and ambulation, performs phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and Foley catheter insertion and removal. They ensure patient safety under the supervision of a registered nurse. They observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions, document findings accurately and promptly, and report any changes to medical staff.

Department Overview: Burn Trauma is a 34-bed mixed intermediate care and medical/surgical unit, including 17 beds for step-down/intermediate care for neurosurgery, trauma, burns, and orthopedic trauma. Patients are transferred from the Burn/Trauma ICU and Neurosurgical ICU. The unit also has 17 beds for medical/surgical care for neurosurgical, trauma, burns, orthopedic trauma, and bariatric procedures.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) and one of the following:
• Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
• National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
• Emergency Services training (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic), or
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) with at least one semester completed in RN, LPN, RT, or PT, or
• Recent work experience (within last three years) as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Certification/Licensure:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year with educational discounts through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

At Sentara, we are dedicated to enhancing training, career advancement, work-life benefits, and more, to make every day exciting for our staff.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care hospital, home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Our high-quality heart program, Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance, and specialized services exemplify our commitment to excellence. We are a Magnet-recognized hospital, specializing in heart and vascular care, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a neonatal ICU.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our workforce reflects the communities we serve, and we promote a tobacco-free environment.

Remote Work Locations: Sentara employs associates in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.