What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician - Med Surg / Specialties position at Sentara Health?
Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital on the Med Surg/ Specialties Unit.
Hours/Shift:
Full-time, nightshift, approximately 6pm to 6am
Department/Position Overview:
This state of the art 24 bed unit offers a wide variety of medical diagnosis including CHF, COPD, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Diabetes, and Stroke. Our specialty is caring for those with chronic blood disorders such as Sickle Cell. Our staff members have different backgrounds that allow us to provide culturally competent care to our patients and families. The best part is learning and growing from each other. Teamwork is what we do best, no one is left behind. We are Sentara Fami-Leigh!
To learn more about Sentara Leigh and our culture: https://youtu.be/D4g5-le5lCE
Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.
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Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Certification/Licensure
- American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following
- Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
- Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
- National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
- Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
- Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
- Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
- Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
Experience
One year of prior health care experience preferred.
Benefits:
Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs
- 401k/403B, 401a plans
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Work Perks
For more information about our employee benefits, CLICK HERE!
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