Patient Care Technician – Intensive Care Unit

Sentara Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan

Job summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician for the ICU on the night shift. You will work with RNs to provide direct patient care, support admissions and discharges, and monitor patient conditions in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS within 90 days, and relevant CNA/NCMA/NCPCT/Navy hospital school credentials. Prior health care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• BLS Certification within 90 days of hire
• Care Partner certifications and state-accepted credentials
• CNA, NCMA, NCPCT certifications preferred or required
• US Navy Hospital Corps School completion is a plus
• Experience in emergency services and clinical programs encouraged

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes
• Observe patients and report changes in condition to the nurse

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

CNA

NCMA

NCPCT

US Navy Hospital Corps School

Tools

EMR

EMS

EMT

AEMT

Paramedic

Job description

Job Details

City/State Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift Third (Nights)

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, in the Intensive Care Unit. Hours/Shift: Full-time, night shift. 6:45pm to 7:15am and up to every other weekend as needed.

Department/Position Overview

We are looking for a hospital experienced employee with compassion and great communication skills to work in this fast-paced environment with our most critical patients. Our 24 bed Intensive Care Unit has a variety of patients to include trauma, cardiac surgery, vascular, medical and surgical patients among other high acuity patients. Work alongside our experienced patient care technicians and RNs to perform intense patient care. Excellent customer service skills are needed to work closely with patients and their family members.

Role Description

Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Certification/Licensure American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.

Minimum Requirements

• Sentara Care Partner Certification Program
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
• National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School
• Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT
• Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant

Experience

One year of prior health care experience preferred.

Compensation

The base pay range for full-time employment is $18.93 - $27.41 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Emergency Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs
• 401k/403B
• 401a plans
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work Perks

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Hospital Information

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.

Equality & Diversity

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Company Overview

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!

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