Psychiatric Patient Care Technician – Day Shift

Stony Brook University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant for the Psychiatry unit. The role provides direct patient care under supervision, supporting patients with daily activities and coordinating with nursing staff.

Essential duties include vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, and aiding in transfers and safety procedures. NY-based hospital setting with potential shift variations and pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Current BLS provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• PCT certification required within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with basic needs including bathing, grooming, dressing, eating and using the restroom.
• Regularly measure and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Draw blood, urine, or stool samples for testing.
• Provide constant observation and engage patients in activities of daily living.

Skills

BLS certification

PCT certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant for the Psychiatry unit. The role provides direct patient care under supervision, supporting patients with daily activities and coordinating with nursing staff.

Essential duties include vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, and aiding in transfers and safety procedures. NY-based hospital setting with potential shift variations and pre-employment requirements.