Patient Care Technician - Compassionate Acute Care Support

Luminis Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 27,744 - 32,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health in Lanham, MD is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support within a team nursing environment. Responsibilities include assisting with admission, daily care, vital signs, and transport, while ensuring safety and comfort for patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED; CNA certification is essential, with BLS from American Heart Association. Experience in acute care and bilingual interpretation is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One year of CNA experience in acute care setting preferred.
• If serving as a bilingual/multilingual interpreter, certification in Medical Interpretation is required to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care with emphasis on personal hygiene and comfort.
• Assist with patient admission and orientation to room/equipment.
• Aid in patient discharge processes including dressing, belongings, and transport.
• Participate in vital signs, intake/output, data collection, and documentation.
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition to the nurse.
• Mentor new staff as needed.
• Transport medications within facility per policy.
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment on unit.
• Transport patients safely according to policy.
• Process medical staff orders and relay STAT/urgent orders to care provider.

Skills

CNA experience

Patient care

Team nursing participation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Luminis Health in Lanham, MD is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support within a team nursing environment. Responsibilities include assisting with admission, daily care, vital signs, and transport, while ensuring safety and comfort for patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED; CNA certification is essential, with BLS from American Heart Association. Experience in acute care and bilingual interpretation is preferred.