Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Procedural & Surgical Unit

Davita Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver high-quality care for patients in a dynamic hospital environment. Responsibilities encompass assisting patients with daily living activities, performing vital sign assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety practices. Qualified candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications, alongside a commitment to patient well-being and safety. This opportunity includes a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting both professional and personal growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Reimbursement for certifications

Legal Resources Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of one of the following: CNA, NCPCT, or relevant clinical program.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Experience as a PCT or Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support daily living activities.
• Monitor and document patients' conditions and report changes.
• Assist with vital signs, phlebotomy, and other medical tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG Testing

Specimen Collection

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

Emergency Services Certifications

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Third (Nights)

Overview:

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support 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 comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.

Department Overview: This unit was formally known as CardiacObservation.It is now a 24-bed unit that provides high acuity cardiac care for pre and post cardiac surgery patients to include: bypass surgery, cardiac valverepairs/replacements,and other cardiac based procedures and treatments, such as ICD's, and permanentpacemakers. Additionally,this unit provides high acuity care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure and chest pain.

Education

• HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) and one of the following 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 RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
• Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Certification/Licensure

• Basic Life Support Certification

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

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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 and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

* Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

* Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

* Pet Insurance

* Legal Resources Plan

* Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

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

In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

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.