Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for Cornell 2, our Medical Surgical Neuro Unit. This is a full time, day shift in Charlottesville, VA.
Hours: 7AM to 7PM- Three 12-hour shifts (36-hours per week), with rotating weekends.
Department/Position Overview:
Cornell 2: Our Medical/Surgical Unit specializes in a vast array of patient conditions including oncology, urology, diabetes, kidney disease, COPD, and CHF. We provide a dynamic environment for experienced nursing professionals and new graduate nurses. With a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5/1:6, you'll develop your skills while receiving mentorship from experienced staff. Operating on 12-hour shifts with weekend rotations, we offer comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development to foster collaboration and growth in your nursing career. Led by our clinical manager, a 2025 Clinical President's Award winner, our team is dedicated to recognizing excellence and supporting your success.
Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate
Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson
Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation education assistance program up to $32,500
Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson
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.
Education:
HS – High School Grad or Equivalent
One of the following programs: 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, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
Certifications/Licensure:
AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Experience:
One year of health care experience is preferred.
Keywords: Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech, EMT, Nursing Student
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