Patient Care Technician
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician is an unlicensed staff member who works under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to carry out delegated aspects of nursing care. The role provides patient care, supports the admissions and discharge process, and follows patient safety practices under the nurse’s direction. The technician observes patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reports changes to nursing staff. This is a part-time ICU day-shift position in Woodbridge, Virginia, with two 12-hour shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital providing a range of clinical services and using Sentara eCare, an electronic medical record system.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Must meet at least one of the following qualification pathways: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program; successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training; National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT); completion of U.S. Navy Hospital Corps School; Emergency Services qualification including EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic; current enrollment in a clinical program (RN, LPN, RT, or PT) after completing at least one semester; or current work experience within the last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
Nice To Haves
- One year of ICU experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Implement delegated aspects of nursing care under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
- Provide patient care and support the admissions and discharge process.
- Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse.
- Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes to nursing staff.
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 system and employee eligibility criteria are met
- Paid holidays
- Educational assistance or student loan repayment
- Voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
