Telemetry PCT: Compassionate In-Unit Care

Hackensack Meridian Health; Morrell Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Morrell Corners, New Jersey, seeks a Patient Care Technician to support a specific patient population under RN supervision. The role focuses on direct and indirect care, patient comfort and safety, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve outcomes.

The position emphasizes ongoing education, learning quickly, and participating in care planning from admission to discharge, with opportunities through the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program and commitment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of one of the following: CNA, Medical Assistant or PCT program; or Fundamentals of Nursing program; or HMH PCT Apprenticeship; or equivalent medical background (EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT).
• Commitment to learning, accountability, teamwork, and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care tailored to the age group served, with safety and comfort in mind.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and nursing staff regarding care status.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions from admission to discharge.
• Demonstrate initiative to improve performance and explore opportunities within the role.
• Participate in Unit/Department PI activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Patient safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

PCT Apprenticeship or CNA/MA/PCT program

EMT/Home Health Aide background

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Morrell Corners, New Jersey, seeks a Patient Care Technician to support a specific patient population under RN supervision. The role focuses on direct and indirect care, patient comfort and safety, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve outcomes.

The position emphasizes ongoing education, learning quickly, and participating in care planning from admission to discharge, with opportunities through the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program and commitment