Patient Care Technician Cardiac / Medicine Unit

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, on the Cardiac / Medicine Unit 4D.

Hours/Shift:

Full-time, nightshift, approximately 7pm to 7am

Department/Position Overview:

Join our upbeat and fun team on the 4D Unit! Our primary patient population is cardiac patients with a few medicine patients. The patient ratio is generally 1 Patient Care Technician to 8-12 patients. We look forward to hiring a candidate that is looking for a work family and dedicated to providing excellent patient care. 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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to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a Patient Care Technician with Sentara. 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.