Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Procedural and Surgical Unit

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Cardiac Procedural and Surgical Unit on a full-time night shift (12-hour shifts).

The role involves providing patient care, performing phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and urinary catheter management under RN supervision, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Certifications such as CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, NCMA, Navy Hospital Corps School or EMS/EMT/Paramedic acceptable.
• Current student in a relevant clinical program may qualify.
• One year healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Monitor and document vital signs and patient status.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection and procedural tasks.
• Assist with mobility, transfers and Foley catheter management.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report changes to RN.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Mobility & ambulation

Specimen collection

Foley catheter handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant CNA

NCMA/NCPCT/EMT/Paramedic related certs

Navy Hospital Corps School (USN)

Clinical program student (RN/LPN/RT/PT) progress

Recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Cardiac Procedural and Surgical Unit. This is a Full Time, Night Shift (12-hour shift) position.

Hours

7:00PM to 7:00AM - Three 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week), with rotating weekends and holidays.

Department Overview

This 24-bed unit provides high acuity cardiac care for pre and post cardiac surgery patients to include: bypass surgery, cardiac valve repairs/replacements, and other cardiac based procedures and treatments such as ICD’s and permanent pacemakers. Additionally, this unit provides high acuity care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and chest pain.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides patient care, supports independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and complies with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and documents in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) AND one of the following is required:

• Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or

• Successful completion of the 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 to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or

• Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Respiratory Therapist (RT) or Physical Therapist (PT) program, or

• Current work experience within the last three years as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Nursing Assistant.

Certifications/Licensure

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Experience

• One year of health care experience (Preferred).

Keywords

Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Nursing Assistant, NA, Medical Assistant, MA, Nursing Care Partner, NCP, Nursing Student, Paramedic, EMS, EMT, Patient Care Tech, PCT, #Talroo-Allied Health