Patient Observer-Ocean-ED-Per Diem-Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack MeridianHealth is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient observation and basic nursing tasks in our hospital. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to stand for long periods, and compliance with isolation precautions.

BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required before performing patient observation. Preferred candidates have prior hospital experience or nursing assistant training; mobility and teamwork are key as you collaborate

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Must be able to work in isolation precautions.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is required prior to performing patient observation.

Skills

Mobility

Isolation precautions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealth we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.It’salso about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time.
• Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Aide Training, or current Nursing/Psychology student are all preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required prior to performing patient observation.