Certified Critical Care Tech - Pool

Cooper University Hospital • Camden, NJ

2d

About The Position

The Critical Care Tech works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) to assist patients with activities of daily living and support the overall plan of care. The role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to quality patient care within the organization.

The role includes patient-care and technical duties, documentation, communication of changes in patient status, and participation in patient satisfaction, performance improvement, and orientation activities. The schedule is 7 PM–7 AM, two shifts each week, with specified weekend and holiday requirements.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and an active Patient Care Technician certification required.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• Successful completion of CPCT-A certification required.
• Successful phlebotomy and EKG competency must be completed during orientation.
• Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Ability to identify and communicate changes in patient status.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and transport, while following standard precautions.
• Perform technical duties as directed by an RN, including phlebotomy, vital signs, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care, and document appropriately.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to the RN and respond appropriately while maintaining safe patient practices.
• Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement activities, and assist in orienting new hires.
• Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
• Adhere consistently to safety protocols and quality standards to support a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED