Certified Critical Care Technician-Coronary Care Unit

Cooper University Hospital • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

The Critical Care Technician 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 includes direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The technician is expected to maintain high standards of professional ethics and contribute to quality patient care.

The position is in the 12-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU), which cares for complex cardiac critical care patients, including patients receiving structural heart care such as TAVR, pre-cardiac surgery care, advanced heart failure treatment, and care for cardiogenic shock and other critical cardiac disease processes. CCU nurses receive specialized training to care for these patients.

This is a full-time night position scheduled for 36 hours per week, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. The stated salary range is $18.00 to $29.00 per hour.

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 the CPCT-A certification is required.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients and visitors.

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.
• 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 help ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and visitors.

What This Job Offers

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