What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician – Stroke, Medicine, and Intermediate Care Unit 3D position at Sentara?
Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital located in Virginia Beach on the Stroke, Medicine, and Intermediate Care Unit 3D.
Hours/Shift:
Full-time, nightshift. 7pm to 7am
Department/Position Overview:
Stroke, Medicine, and Intermediate Care Unit 3D: Are you looking for a unit that is known for its Teamwork? Join our 3D team! Our RNs and Patient Care Technicians work very closely together to give excellent care to our patients. We have a stroke, medicine, and intermediate care patient population on our fast-paced, 20-bed unit. Test your skills and learn new ones with our great mix of patients! We are looking for candidates with a positive attitude and a willingness to work. Interviewed candidates are welcome to shadow our unit to see if this is the perfect fit for you!
As a Patient Care Technician with Sentara, you will have the opportunity to learn many new skills. From taking vitals to blood draws and daily care. The primary duties of this position include supporting the admission/discharge process, changing, bathing ambulating patients, drawing blood, foley catheter care, meeting patient needs while working under the direct supervision of a nurse. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to provide the best care for our patients.
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Minimum Requirements:
- One year of prior health care experience preferred.
- American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 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
Facility Highlights:
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Sentara Benefits:
Sentara employees strive to make our communities healthier places to live. We’re setting the standard for medical excellence within a vibrant, creative, and highly productive workplace. For more information about our employee benefits, https://www.sentaracareers.com/explore-sentara/benefits/
Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!
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Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
