Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Nursing Support

Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Grady Health System in Atlanta is seeking a Nursing Support Technician to provide age-appropriate, compassionate care under the supervision of licensed nurses in inpatient settings. The NST assists with daily living activities, monitors patient comfort, and supports the care team with documentation and safety tasks.

This role emphasizes patient advocacy, communication, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities for cross-training as a patient safety monitor or unit clerk, and a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification or completion of a PCT program or Basic Nursing Fundamentals course required.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate, compassionate patient care.
• Assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and monitor patient safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team.
• Cross-train for patient safety monitor and unit clerk roles as needed.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication

Teamwork

Ethical practice

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification or PCT program or Basic Nursing Fundamentals

Job description

Grady Health System in Atlanta is seeking a Nursing Support Technician to provide age-appropriate, compassionate care under the supervision of licensed nurses in inpatient settings. The NST assists with daily living activities, monitors patient comfort, and supports the care team with documentation and safety tasks.

This role emphasizes patient advocacy, communication, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities for cross-training as a patient safety monitor or unit clerk, and a