Patient Care Technician – Surgery Unit 2

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

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Nursing Care Partner to join their Surgery Unit. This role offers the chance to develop essential skills, including patient care, vital signs monitoring, and blood draws, all while working under the guidance of experienced nurses. You will be part of a collaborative team committed to providing exceptional care in a clean and supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven team that values quality, safety, and integrity in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required with additional certifications.
• Experience in healthcare preferred, especially as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Support admission/discharge processes and assist with patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, draw blood, and provide daily care for patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Blood Draws

Foley Catheter Care

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Sentara is currently hiring a Nursing Care Partner to work with the Surgery Unit 2 at Sentara Obici Hospital located in Suffolk, VA.

Hours/Shift:

Full-time, Days (7AM to 7PM) and every other weekend

Department Overview: Our unit is comprised of 24 in-patient private rooms. We are considered a CLEAN unit. Our patient population includes admissions from the ortho/spine unit, as well as specialized bariatric, gallbladder and medical/surgical patients. Our team is looking for new or experienced candidates to join the team!

Facility Highlights:

Click here to learn more about Sentara Obici Hospital!

As a Nursing Care Partner/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.

Click here to hear Jennifer tell us about a day in the life of a Nursing Care Partner (NCP) with Sentara.

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.
• One year of prior health care experience preferred.
• American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.

Sentara Benefits:

Sentara employees strive to make our communities healthier places to live. We’re setting the standard for medical excellence within a vibrant, creative, and highly productive workplace. For more information about our employee benefits, click here.

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!