Patient Care Tech
About The Position
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Virginia Mason Medical Center, the Patient Care Tech is an essential member of the Team Medicine approach, providing compassionate, direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports patient comfort, dignity, safety, and recovery while contributing to continuous innovation through the Virginia Mason Production System. The Patient Care Tech assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and basic hygiene. The role also includes taking vital signs, performing EKGs and bedside tests such as blood glucose monitoring, and observing and reporting changes in patient condition or symptoms to the Registered Nurse. Care is delivered respectfully and collaboratively to support timely interventions and effective care processes.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program, military medical specialty training, or a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant, or active NA-R status with proof of passing the Washington State NA-C exam, or LPN licensure through the Washington State Nursing Commission.
- Current healthcare provider American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon date of hire.
- Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Basic skills in using a PC.
- Ability to lift, move, or assist patients using proper body mechanics.
- Ability to occasionally lift or push up to 50 lbs. and pull up to 100 lbs.
- Completion of quarterly American Heart Association Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification after hire using resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not accepted for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and basic hygiene.
- Perform basic patient care activities, including taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and conducting bedside tests such as blood glucose monitoring.
- Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions, disease states, or symptoms to the Registered Nurse.
- Provide compassionate, respectful care that promotes patient comfort and dignity.
- Assist with moving or supporting patients using proper body mechanics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
