Patient Care Technician: Compassionate, Safe Patient Support

vcuhealth; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, and support the health care team within a busy unit in Richmond, VA. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate data collection, and adherence to nursing plans of care and hospital policies.

The ideal candidate demonstrates compassion, reliability, and the ability to work in a high-stress environment, contributing to positive patient experiences while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output)
• Autonomy in providing safe, compassionate care
• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct patient care in assigned unit
• Monitor patients and report changes to health care team
• Ensure safe, clean, stocked environment for care delivery
• Assist with feeding, hydration and mobility as needed
• Attend trainings and adhere to hospital policies
• Demonstrate courteous rapport with patients and staff

Skills

Patient data collection

Vital signs monitoring

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician

Military Corpsmen/Medic

Nursing Aide Training Program

Job description

VCU Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, and support the health care team within a busy unit in Richmond, VA. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate data collection, and adherence to nursing plans of care and hospital policies.

The ideal candidate demonstrates compassion, reliability, and the ability to work in a high-stress environment, contributing to positive patient experiences while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.