Patient Care Technician I — Essential Acute-Care Support

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist nursing staff with patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include administrative support and NA I skill tasks as part of the role.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, a Nurses Aide I certificate, and be able to relate well to patients and families. BLS certification is required, with preference for those having acute care experience.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalency; transcripts to HR.
• Nurses Aide I certificate listed with the NC Department of Facilities Services.
• Some understanding of medical terminology.
• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting.
• Able to organize confidential clerical responsibilities and patient care, maintaining workflow despite interruptions and changing priorities.
• Able to relate effectively to patients, families, physicians, staff, and others using proper communication channels.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of growth and development over the life span and age-specific needs.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by performing assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• The Patient Care Tech I duties include, but are not limited to, secretarial functions and NA I skills.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurses Aide I certificate (NC DoF Services)

Tools

Medical terminology

Job description

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist nursing staff with patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include administrative support and NA I skill tasks as part of the role.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, a Nurses Aide I certificate, and be able to relate well to patients and families. BLS certification is required, with preference for those having acute care experience.