Patient Care Technician, E Blue - Trauma Stepdown

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital seeks a Certified Patient Care Technician to deliver safe, high-quality patient and family-centered care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

As a member of a designated care team, you will collaborate with colleagues to achieve patient goals, ensure safety, and thoroughly document care and services per hospital policy. Strong English literacy and CPR/BLS are required, along with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Patient Care Technician by NHA or NCCT or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to lift/move patients with or without accommodations.
• CPR/BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality patient/family–focused care under RN direction.
• Collaborate with care team to achieve patient goals and ensure safety.
• Document care and activities per policy and procedure.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Patient handling

Phlebotomy

EKG

CPR/BLS

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician (Certified) position is to be responsible for the delivery of safe, quality patient/family focused care and services under the direction of a Professional Registered Nurse. The Patient Care Technician (Certified) is a member of a designated care team and collaborates with team members in achieving goals. Patient care is provided congruent with the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations.
The competent practice of the Patient Care Technician is evidenced by patient/family goal achievement, patient safety, patient/family satisfaction, and care and services that are thoroughly documented as dictated by policy and procedure. The Patient Care Technician (Certified) conducts her/himself according to the behavioral expectations articulated for this role.

Qualifications

Certified as a Patient Care Technician by National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or equivalent. Ability to read and write English. Ability to lift/move patients with or without reasonable accommodations. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to organize the activities of multiple patients. High School graduate or equivalent. CPR/BLS Certified. Required skills include phlebotomy, EKG and any other skills and abilities needed.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affir M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.