Patient Care Technician
About The Position
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Intensive Care Unit - ICU. This is a full-time night position, 7 PM - 7 AM. The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, supports independent and dependent activities of daily living, takes vital signs, assists with mobility and ambulation, performs phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal. They must comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. This role involves observing patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and documenting them accurately and in a timely manner, while reporting any changes to the nurse or medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or Equivalent GED (Required)
- Graduate of Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year previous healthcare experience Preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal
- Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse
- Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner
- Report any change to the nurse or medical staff
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
