Patient Care Technician - Cardiology Observation Unit - Rotating

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The PCT provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the RN or licensed independent practitioner.

Requirements

• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
• Completion of state recognized CNA program; or Completion of first semester junior year in an accredited BSN program dependent upon school curriculum.
• VCU/MCV BSN students - completion of sophomore year, Nursing 201, 202, 261.
• Accredited Associate Degree and Diploma programs - completion of first year or a minimum of two semesters of basic nursing courses.
• Specialty areas e.g. pediatrics, women`s health, psychiatry may require completion of a clinical rotation in that area; or Completion of EMT program; or Completion of medical assistant program; or One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years; or One (1) year of care partner or equivalent work experience within the last three (3) years; or One (1) year of military corpsman experience within the last three (3) years
• Lifting 50-100 lbs.
• Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
• Prolonged standing
• Frequent bending
• Walking (distance)
• Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
• Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
• Repetitive motion
• Problem solving
• Hearing
• Speak clearly
• Write legibly
• Reading
• Logical thinking
• Fast pace environment
• Steady pace
• Frequent and intense customer interactions
• Noisy environment
• Able to adapt to frequent change

Nice To Haves

• Acute care experience as a nursing assistant or aide experience
• N/A

Responsibilities

• Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
• Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.
• Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree