Patient Care Technician, Cardiac Telemetry, Nights, $2k Sign-On Bonus

The Society For Cardiovascular Angiography And Interventions; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is looking for a Patient Care Technician to join their Cardiac Telemetry team during night shifts. The role involves providing direct patient care, taking vital signs, observing patient conditions, and assisting patients in daily activities. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, state certification as a CNA or GNA, and a current BLS certification. A sign-on bonus is available for new hires, making this an exciting opportunity to join a committed team focused on healthcare excellence.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA or GNA certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and report on patient status.
• Take vital signs and assist with daily living activities.
• Perform blood draws and collect specimen samples.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Stress Management

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Maryland state certification as CNA or GNA

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Description

Patient Care Technician. Cardiac Telemetry, Nights, 7pm-7:30am

$2k Sign-On Bonus; restrictions may apply

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patient's with activities of daily living. This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient's status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
• No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
• Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.
• Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems
• Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $17.17- $24.04
• Other Compensation (if applicable): with pay differentials
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide