Patient Care Technician II

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in La Plata, MD. In this role, you will provide essential patient care under the supervision of nursing staff, including administering vital signs and assisting with daily living activities. Qualified candidates must hold a high school diploma, possess state certification, and have current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as a CNA or GNA needed.
• 1 year of previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and aids with activities of daily living.
• Takes vital signs and performs blood draws.
• Observes and communicates patient status.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Maryland state certification as a CNA or GNA

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, and aids with activities of daily living (ADLs). This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient’s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

• Qualifications

  Qualifications

  High school diploma or equivalent required. Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required. One (1) year of previous experience preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

  Additional Information

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  Compensation

  • Pay Range: $17-$29.14
  • Other Compensation (if applicable):
  • Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide