Certified Nursing Assistant- Home Health

Sentara Healthcare • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• CNA certification required within 90 days.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.
• Experience in patient care or completion of relevant clinical programs.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of Sentara Care Partner Certification Program.
• Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) certification.
• National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) certification.
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School.
• Experience as a PCT or Nursing Assistant within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support for daily living activities.
• Monitor and document vital signs.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation.
• Perform phlebotomy and point of care testing.
• Conduct EKG testing and peripheral IV removal.
• Collect specimens and assist with foley catheter insertion and removal.
• Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the RN.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Work-life benefits.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

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