Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Vascular Transplant

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Vascular Transplant on-site in Baltimore to join a collaborative care team. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, assist with ADLs, and support safety initiatives in a fast-paced vascular transplant unit.

Ideal candidates hold a Maryland CNA/GNA certification with BLS, good communication skills, and comfort with computerized documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification and BLS certification.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency with computer systems and accurate blood glucose documentation.
• No prior experience required; prior direct patient care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including vitals and activities of daily living.
• Perform blood draws and collect specimen samples.
• Monitor patient status and document changes.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Respond to patient alarms and participate in hourly rounding.
• Support wound care and urinary catheter management.
• Maintain a safe, clean clinical environment and fall prevention.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

ADLs support

Blood draws

Wound care

Catheter management

Blood glucose monitoring

Teamwork

Communication

Computer documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EMR/Computer systems

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Vascular Transplant provides direct patient care, including 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 implement care plans, and promoting patient safety through fall prevention and adherence to safety protocols. Responsibilities also include wound care, urinary catheter management, blood glucose monitoring, and supporting patient comfort. The technician maintains the clinical environment, assists with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, participates in hourly rounding, and responds promptly to patient alarms, all while contributing to efficient patient flow and cost-effective care delivery.

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.