Patient Care Technician - Ortho / Med Surg Unit 1 East
Company: Sentara
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 25, 2024
Job Description:
City/StateNorfolk, VAOverviewWork ShiftThird (Nights) (United
States of America)Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care
Technician on the Ortho/ Med Surg Unit 1 East to work at Sentara
Leigh Hospital located in Norfolk.Hours/Shift:Full-time,
nightshift. 6pm to 6amDepartment/Position Overview:This 24-bed unit
works with patients that have had Orthopedic Surgery and med/surg
patients as needed. The majority of our patients have had joint
replacements, spine surgery or hand surgery. The ortho techs on the
unit will also be assisting with the mobility of the patients. You
will receive specialized ortho training on the best practices of
caring for these types of patients. We welcome interviewed
applicants to shadow the unit to see what we are all about. Join
our Fami-Leigh and see if this is perfect fit for you!As a Patient
Care Technicianwith 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.Click to hear Jennifer tell us about
a day in the life of a Patient Care Technician with Sentara.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, or
- Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or
Nursing Assistant.Facility Highlights: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, 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!Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA,
Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care
Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT,
EMS, Paramedic, Monster, Talroo-Allied HealthJob SummarySentara is
hiring full time for 2nd shift (Evenings)As aNursing Care
Partner/Patient Care Technician. Nursing Care Partners 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 nursing.Qualifications:HS - High School Grad or
Equivalent (Required)Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification -
American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Certified Patient Care
Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) - Certification - National
Healthcareer Association (NHA)SkillsSentara Healthcare prides
itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost
30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a
guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce
reflects the communities it serves.Per Clinical Laboratory
Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require
proof of education; these regulations are posted at for further
information. In an effort to expedite this verification
requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript
at time of application.In support of our mission "to improve health
every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
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