Patient Care Technician Med Surg Days

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join the Medical-Surgical Unit-I in Jersey City. You will assist Registered Nurses with hands-on patient care, including vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while maintaining patient safety and dignity.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS certification, and CNA experience preferred. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with alternating weekends and some holidays, at Jersey City Medical Center.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Previous nursing assistant or clinical experience preferred; CNA certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with bedside care.
• Monitor patient conditions and document in EHR.
• Assist with mobility, bathing, mouth and skin care.
• Support RN with daily patient care activities.
• Apply infection control protocols to ensure safety.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility support

Bedside care

EKG

Phlebotomy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA certificate (preferred)

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Title: Patient Care Technician

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-I

Req #: 0000266738

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $22.00 - $27.45 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Clinical Care Technician (PCT) - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, PatientCare Technicians become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a PatientCare Technician (PCT), you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day.

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), a typical day may include:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS,performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns
• Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations
• Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients
• Providing for effective and safe patient outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions
• Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient's care
• Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning

This role might be for you if:

• Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way
• Collaboration with nurses, doctors and therapists is important to your success as a team player
• Job satisfaction is derived from comforting those at the bedside
• Protection of patient safety is essential in your day-to-day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism

• Continuous learning and growth matter to you

To be considered for this PCT opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate. This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 7am to 3:30p.m. and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.