Patient Care Technician- Stroke/Telemetry
Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT)
Full‑time night shift position in Suffolk, VA on our Surgical Unit!
Hours:
7 PM to 7 AM, three 12‑hour shifts (36 hrs per week), with rotating weekends.
The Stroke/Telemetry Unit provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, rhythm disturbances, newly implanted pacemakers and defibrillators, post‑coronary interventions, ablation, myocardial infarction, pre/post catheterization, acute stroke, and post‑procedural neuro cases. This 25‑bed unit sees a ratio of 1:5 with mixed acuity;
Patient Care Techs assist with an average ratio of 1:8. A well‑supported team, great for new grad and experienced RNs seeking to advance their skills in cardiac areas. Sentara Obici Hospital is a certified stroke center and holds magnet designation for excellence.
- Onsite childcare for team members
- Free parking and shuttle service
- Paid time off and tuition assistance
- Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
- Recognition programs for patient care excellence
Unlicensed staff who work under direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under nurse direction. Observe patients' physical, mental and emotional conditions and report any change.
Education- HS – High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Completion of Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, US Navy Hospital Corps School, emergency services (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic), or current student in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or recent PCT or Nursing Assistant experience within last three years.
- AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- One year of health care experience preferred.
Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech, EMT, Nursing Student
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