Certified Critical Care Tech - Pool

Cooper University Hospital • Camden, NJ

2d

About The Position

The Critical Care Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists patients with activities of daily living and supports 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 supporting patient care, performing technical duties as directed by an RN, communicating changes in patient status, reinforcing patient and family education, and contributing to patient satisfaction and performance improvement initiatives. The position also requires completing annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date and consistently following safety protocols and quality standards.

The schedule is 7 AM–7 PM, with two shifts each week. The schedule also includes six weekend shifts within a six-week schedule, every other major holiday plus one additional major holiday, and two hallmark holidays. The salary range is $18.00–$29.00 USD.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training required.
• Active Patient Care Technician Certification required.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• Successful completion of one of these certifications: CPCT-A.
• Ability to identify and communicate changes in patient status.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, visitors, and coworkers.

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, taking 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.
• 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