Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Care Unit

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Full-time, night shift. 7pm to 7am

Are you looking to build your skills and gain valuable hands-on experience? Our 12-bed cardiac unit provides specialized care for patients with complex cardiovascular needs in a close-knit, team-focused environment. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), your responsibilities will include patient rounding, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), and supporting nurses with bedside procedures, along with other essential duties. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of cardiac patients by being part of a dedicated care team. Are you a current nursing student or a new graduate nursing assistant eager to expand your clinical experience? We encourage you to apply today!

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.

• 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.

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