Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Care Unit
About The Position
Sentara is hiring a full-time Patient Care Technician to work on the Cardiac Care Unit at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. The unit has 12 beds and provides specialized care for patients with complex cardiovascular needs in a close-knit, team-focused environment. The role is a 12-hour night shift, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse and implement delegated aspects of nursing care. They provide patient care, support admissions and discharges, follow patient-safety practices, observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions, and report changes to the nurse. Duties include patient rounding, helping with activities of daily living, and supporting nurses with bedside procedures. The position may be a fit for a current nursing student or a new graduate nursing assistant seeking to expand clinical experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Must meet at least one of the following: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program; successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) certification; completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School; emergency services training or qualification including EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic; current enrollment beyond prerequisites in a clinical program with at least one semester completed in RN, LPN, RT, or PT; or work experience within the last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior health care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient rounding.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Support nurses with bedside procedures.
- Provide patient care and implement delegated aspects of nursing care under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
- Support the admissions and discharge process.
- Comply with patient safety practices.
- Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report changes to the nurse.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave
- Emergency backup care
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans
- Life insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
- Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student debt pay down up to $10,000
- Pet insurance
- Legal resources plan
- Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
