Patient Care Technician II, Perioperative Services

CarolinaEast Health System • New Bern, NC

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician II assists the nursing staff by performing assigned duties for patient and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The Patient Care Tech II duties include but are not limited to secretarial functions and NA II skills.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalency required.
• Nurses Aide I certification listed with Division of Facility Services.
• Nurses Aide II certification by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Some understanding of medical terminology.
• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting, either as a unit secretary or as a Nurses Aide I or Nurses Aide II is preferred.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Ability to relate effectively to patients, their families, physicians, staff, and all others using proper channels of communication.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Perform secretarial functions as required.
• Utilize NA II skills in patient care.
• Organize confidential clerical responsibilities and patient care.
• Maintain workflow despite interruptions and changing priorities.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package for full-time employees.
• Benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED