Patient Care Technician - Rehabilitation Nursing Unit

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Transitional Care Unit. This is a full-time, night shift position with three 12-hour shifts (7 PM–7 AM) and rotating weekends.

The PCT will perform patient care, monitor vital signs, phlebotomy, EKG testing, specimen collection, and Foley catheter care under RN supervision, while ensuring safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a qualifying credential.
• Sentara Care Partner Certification Program or equivalent.
• CNA/NCMA/NCPCT certification or equivalent.
• EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic credentials preferred.
• Enrolled in a clinical program with RN/LPN/RT/PT coursework.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor and document vital signs, notify RN of changes.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and EKG testing.
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, and Foley catheter care as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and report observations to nursing staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Mobility support

Specimen collection

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent with a qualifying credential

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program or equivalent

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT certification

EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic credentials

Currently enrolled in a clinical program (RN/LPN/RT/PT coursework)

Recent PCT experience in healthcare (within 3 years)

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Transitional Care Unit. This is a Full Time, Night Shift (12-hour shift) position.

Hours: 7PM-7AM - Three 12-hour shifts (36 hours/week) with rotating weekends

Department Overview: The rehabilitation nursing unitis a 16-bed medical/surgical unit that specializes in rehabilitation.Common diagnoses include, but are not limited to: CVA, spinal cord injury, amputations, major multiple trauma, brain injury, bilateral joint replacement, neurological disorders (i.e. multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Parkinson’s disease), and cardiac/pulmonary disorders, including patients following heart transplants, Left Ventricular Assist Devices and patients with pulmonary hypertension on special medications no longer requiring titration. This unit does not have telemetry monitoring or ventilators.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) 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.

Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)andone 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, #Talroo-Allied Health

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.