Patient Care Technician - Hematology/Transplant Unit

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to provide age-specific, direct patient care under RN guidance. You will monitor patients, collect vitals and data, and support the care plan within a busy hospital unit.

Preferred candidates hold CNA certification and an AHA BLS HCP credential, with prior healthcare experience. Excellent teamwork and patient safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Licensure/certification: AHA BLS HCP or equivalent.
• Minimum qualifications include CNA/MA/EMT or equivalent with healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe direct care to patients with age-appropriate adjustments.
• Monitor patient conditions and report to health care team.
• Adhere to nursing and hospital policies and plans of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked clinical environment.
• Collect patient data: vitals, intake/output, weight, etc.
• Ensure patient safety and observe care plans; communicate with team.

Skills

Vital signs data collection

Hygiene and ADL care

Feeding assistance

Ambulation and mobility

Patient safety and compassion

PPE usage

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tools

AHA BLS HCP Certification

Job description

VCU Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to provide age-specific, direct patient care under RN guidance. You will monitor patients, collect vitals and data, and support the care plan within a busy hospital unit.

Preferred candidates hold CNA certification and an AHA BLS HCP credential, with prior healthcare experience. Excellent teamwork and patient safety focus are essential.