Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU, Part-Time, Days, Camden

Virtua Health; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Neuro ICU on the day shift. Under RN/LPN supervision, you assist with activities of daily living, monitor patient status, and support the care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of a PCT/CNA program, and BLS certification. Phlebotomy training may be required for ED positions, and responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a PCT, CNA, or RN fundamentals course preferred.
• BLS certification required; phlebotomy training may be needed for ED roles.
• Ability to document patient data accurately and promptly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, grooming.
• Monitor vital signs and participate in point-of-care testing.
• Support patient mobility, transport, and safety.
• Communicate changes in patient status to RN/LPN and document appropriately.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCT course / CNA program

Tools

Phlebotomy training

EKG

Job description

## Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU, Part-Time, Days, CamdenApply: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave: Part time: Posted Today: R1064200# At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.**Location:**Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave**Remote Type:**On-Site**Employment Type:**Employee**Employment Classification:**Regular**Time Type:**Part time**Work Shift:**Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)**Total Weekly Hours:**24**Additional Locations:****Job Information:****VOLOL - Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital****Summary:** Under the direction of a Registered Nurse/and or LPN, assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care. Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients and/or patient’s family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics. **Position Responsibilities:**Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.Performs technical duties as directed by RN/LPN, such as vital signs, point of care testing, bladder scanning, and foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately. May perform phlebotomy and EKG’s, if certified. Identifies and communicates changes in patient’s status to RN/LPN and responds appropriately. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues.Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals.Participates in the performance improvement activities.Assists in orientation of new hires.**Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:** Demonstrates required knowledge of basic patient care skills, procedures and standards. Must have strong communication skills. **Required Education:**High School Diploma or Grade Equivalent Diploma (GED) required.Must have successfully completed a PCT course, a fundamentals nursing course in an RN program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or have worked an equivalent of 1 year of direct patient care. **Training/Certifications/Licensure:**BLS certification.Phlebotomy training/education is required for the Emergency Department positions.Enhances skills through ongoing education and training. Maintains regulatory and departmental level competencies.Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.