Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Surgical IMC

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. You will take vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, perform blood draws, and collect specimen samples to support the care plan.

You will monitor patient conditions, document status, promote safety and fall prevention, assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, and help with wound care, catheters, blood glucose

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification and BLS are required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential; proficiency with computer systems is needed.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Perform blood draws and collect specimen samples.
• Monitor and document patient status, support the plan of care, and promote patient safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills and teamwork

Proficiency with computer systems

Blood glucose monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I provides direct patient care by taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This role involves monitoring and documenting patient status, collaborating with the healthcare team to support the plan of care, and promoting patient safety through fall prevention and adherence to safety protocols. Responsibilities also include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, wound care, urinary catheter management, blood glucose monitoring, and orthopedic device care. The technician maintains a safe and orderly clinical environment, responds to patient alarms, supports patient comfort, and contributes to efficient patient flow, while performing other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I provides direct patient care by taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This role involves monitoring and documenting patient status, collaborating with the healthcare team to support the plan of care, and promoting patient safety through fall prevention and adherence to safety protocols. Responsibilities also include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, wound care, urinary catheter management, blood glucose monitoring, and orthopedic device care. The technician maintains a safe and orderly clinical environment, responds to patient alarms, supports patient comfort, and contributes to efficient patient flow, while performing other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. While no prior experience is required, previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility is preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships and teamwork, and the capacity to prioritize tasks and perform under stress. Additionally, they should be proficient in using computer systems, skilled in obtaining accurate blood glucose results, and capable of performing delegated nursing tasks with sensitivity to the diverse age, cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and diagnostic needs of patients.