Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Surgical IMC

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Patient Care Technician I for the Nursing Surgical IMC unit. You will provide direct patient care under licensed staff, including vital signs, wound care, and assistance with daily living activities.

The role requires CNA or GNA certification and BLS, with strong communication and teamwork. You will work in a fast-paced hospital setting, contributing to patient safety and flow while adhering to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification and BLS are required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Proficiency with computer systems and charting for patient data.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of nursing staff.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ADL tasks.
• Assist with wound care, urinary catheter care, and blood draws as directed.
• Document dietary intake and input/output accurately.
• Participate in hourly rounding and respond to patient alarms.

Skills

Vital signs observation

Effective communication

Teamwork

Prioritization under stress

Blood glucose testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA or GNA certification (Maryland)

BLS certification

Tools

Computer systems literacy

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Surgical IMC provides direct patient care, including taking vital signs, checking surgical dressings, assisting with activities of daily living, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This role involves observing and communicating patient status to identify needs and deliver appropriate care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, and supporting patient safety initiatives such as fall prevention and adherence to The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals. Responsibilities also include assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges, managing wound care, urinary catheter care, blood glucose monitoring, and orthopedic device care, as well as maintaining patient comfort and documenting dietary intake and output. The technician participates in hourly rounding, responds to patient alarms, promotes a safe clinical environment, and contributes to improving patient flow while performing other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Surgical IMC provides direct patient care, including taking vital signs, checking surgical dressings, assisting with activities of daily living, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This role involves observing and communicating patient status to identify needs and deliver appropriate care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, and supporting patient safety initiatives such as fall prevention and adherence to The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals. Responsibilities also include assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges, managing wound care, urinary catheter care, blood glucose monitoring, and orthopedic device care, as well as maintaining patient comfort and documenting dietary intake and output. The technician participates in hourly rounding, responds to patient alarms, promotes a safe clinical environment, and contributes to improving 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 with proper documentation, and capable of performing delegated nursing tasks tailored to the diverse needs of patients.