Patient Care Technician - 11 West Unit - FT
On-site · Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
A Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant on 11 West Neuro/Trauma Surgical Unit. Provides basic nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living, takes vital signs (blood pressure, oxygen, temperature), assists patients with bathing, meals, toileting, ambulation, and supports patients with suicide or safety precautions. Responsibilities include documentation in EMR, patient transport, coordinating with licensed staff, participating in unit governance and quality initiatives, aiding with admissions/discharges, and facilitating patient flow. Requires high school diploma or equivalent; CNA preferred; BLS-HCP required within 6 months. Day shift; full time; rotating weekends/holidays; 7,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates meeting guidelines. Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills; orientation and competency validation required. The posting emphasizes a patient-centered environment with opportunities for professional development within a large health system based in Roanoke, VA.
Required Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Previous experience in direct patient care preferred.
- Licensure/certification: Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; CNA may be required in some facilities.
- Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required within 6 months of hire.
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