Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician - P/T Nights 7P - 7A

The Patient Care Technician 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, and 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 while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Education

• HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
• One of the following is 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,
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT)
• Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience

• One-year related healthcare experience (Required)