Patient Care Technician I- Full time- Night

Nuvance Health; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Patient Care Technician I for full-time night shifts. This role involves assisting in patient care, recording vital signs, and ensuring patient comfort. Candidates must have a high school diploma and BLS certification within 90 days of employment. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AHA BLS healthcare provider certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under RN supervision.
• Record vital signs and report abnormalities.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Basic knowledge of sciences

Medical procedures/terminology

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

AHA BLS healthcare provider certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician I- Full time- Night

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Description

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center, and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York.

Purpose: Perform patient care activities and non-professional services, addressing the personal, physical, and emotional needs of patients across all age groups, in accordance with departmental policies.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• AHA BLS healthcare provider certification required within 90 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of sciences, medical procedures/terminology, and office equipment.

License, Registration, or Certification

N/A

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under RN supervision, including admissions, transfers, discharges, and transport.
• Record vital signs and report abnormalities.
• Demonstrate competence in advanced skills such as oral suctioning, dressings, tube feeding setup, external catheter, post-mortem care, and suction canister setup.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, document accurately, and participate in shift handovers and rounds.
• Provide personalized patient and family care, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Utilize educational resources for ongoing professional development.
• Assist in emergency situations and adhere to infection control and safety policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and supplies.
• Model organizational values and demonstrate reliable attendance.

Working Conditions

Manual dexterity required; exposure to occupational risks, dirt, odors, noise, and human waste; physical effort up to 50 lbs.

Additional Details

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Department: Cardiac Thoracic Step Down
Salary Range: $19.38/hr

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare