Traumatic Brian Injury Specialty Unit-Hooker 2

Gaylord Hospital•Wallingford, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation, providing inpatient and outpatient care for people recovering from illness or injury. The Patient Care Technician (PCT/CNA) performs a variety of patient care activities at Gaylord Hospital under the direction of an RN. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of patient populations and skills while working with supportive interdisciplinary teams. With an average patient length of stay of 25–30 days, PCTs can develop strong relationships with patients and play a key role in their recovery. This position is on Hooker 2, an orthopedic/traumatic brain injury specialty unit. The schedule is 24 hours per week on the night shift, 11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., with every-other-weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CNA, CPCT, CEMT, CMA, RMA, or equivalent training program.
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) CPR certification required prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

Patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of patient care activities under the direction of an RN.
Support patients throughout their rehabilitation and recovery.
Work with interdisciplinary teams in a patient-care setting.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay and benefit packages.
State-of-the-art technology and newly renovated nursing units with ceiling lifts.
Comprehensive orientation programs.
PCT Clinical Ladder advancement programs.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
Free parking on a beautiful and safe campus.
Comprehensive benefits package and generous PTO.
Extensive reward and recognition programs.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Office of Integrative Medicine offerings to support employees and patients.