Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit 2 - 6K

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Patient Care Technician at a leading healthcare provider. In this vital role, you will work directly under the supervision of nurses, providing essential care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will include taking vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring patient comfort. This position not only offers the chance to develop valuable skills in a supportive environment but also to make a real difference in patients' lives. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k/403B

Performance Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, along with relevant certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support admission/discharge processes and assist with patient care.
• Monitor patients' conditions and report changes to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification in Patient Care Technician

Completion of Clinical Program (RN, LPN, etc.)

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit 2 - 6K

Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit 2 - 6K

Apply locations Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR-73937

City/State: Norfolk, VA

Overview

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Medicine Unit 2 - 6K, is hiring a Full-time, Rotating Shift, Patient Care Technician!

Hours/Shift: Full-time (36 hours), Rotating shift (7PM - 7AM or 7AM - 7PM)

• Set schedules available for qualified candidates

Department Overview: This 24-bed Medicine Unit is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support our nursing team! Our diverse patient population includes but is not limited to CHF, sickle cell, renal failure, vascular, sepsis, COPD, pneumonia, wound care, and an assortment of varying disease processes. Join our team to help deliver excellent patient care!

As a Patient Care Technician with Sentara, you will have the opportunity to learn many new skills, from taking vitals to blood draws and daily care. The primary duties of this position include supporting the admission/discharge process, changing, bathing, and ambulating patients, drawing blood, foley catheter care, and meeting patient needs while working under the direct supervision of a nurse. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to provide the best care for our patients.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent AND one of the following:
• Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
• Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
• National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
• Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
• Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant
• American Health Associate BLS Certification (required within 90 days of hire)

Preferred:

• One year of prior health care experience
• Medicine unit prefers PCT certification

Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

Job Summary: Nursing Care Partners 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 nursing.

Qualifications:

• HS - High School Grad or Equivalent (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) - Certification - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

Skills: Sentara Healthcare 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.