Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Vascular Unit

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking Patient Care Technicians for the Vascular Unit. This full-time day-shift role involves 12-hour shifts from 7:00am to 7:00pm with rotating weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include patient care, vital signs, mobility support, phlebotomy, EKG testing, IV care, specimen collection, and safety documentation under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and one of required certifications.
• CNA/NCMA/NCPCT/EMT/US Navy Hospital Corps School accepted.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Provide patient care and monitor patients’ condition.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and EKGs.
• Collect specimens and manage Foley catheter care as directed.

Connaissances

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Specimen collection

Mobility support

Ambulation assistance

Foley catheter care

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

NCMA

NCPCT

Navy Hospital Corps School

EMT/EMS/EMR/AEMT/Paramedic

AHA BLS certification

Description du poste

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) for the Vascular Unit. This is a Full Time, Day Shift (12-hour shift) position.

Hours: 7:00am to 7:00pm - Three 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week), with rotating weekends and holidays.

Department Overview:Our 24-bed stepdown/intermediate care specialty unit provides care to patients with vascular disorders, kidney, and pancreas transplants!

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, supports independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and complies with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and documents in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)AND one of the following is required:

• 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 a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Respiratory Therapist (RT) or Physical Therapist (PT) program, or

• Current work experience within the last three years as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Nursing Assistant.

Certifications/Licensure

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Experience

• One year of health care experience (Preferred).

Keywords

Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Nursing Assistant, NA, Medical Assistant, MA, Nursing Care Partner, NCP, Nursing Student, Paramedic, EMS, EMT, Patient Care Tech, PCT

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. 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.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.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.ed Imaging Center at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is conveniently located in the heart of Virginia Beach and offers high-speed digital diagnostic equipment that provides faster and more precise results. The center provides one of the region's most advanced imaging technologies interpreted by board certified radiologists specializing in various areas of imaging.