Patient Care Technician, Inpatient - Cardiology/Intermediate Care

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Compensation:

Salary Range: $16.50 - $24.00

****$5,000 sign on bonus available to eligible candidates!****

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join our 34-bed Cardiology/Intermediate Care Unit, where both new and experienced nursing assistants can grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact every day. Whether you are building your foundation or expanding your expertise in cardiac and intermediate care, you’ll find opportunities to learn, advance your skills, and deliver exceptional, patient-centered care. We also offer flexible shift schedules to support work-life balance while being part of a unit that values teamwork, excellence, and a great patient experience.
We are looking for someone to cover overnight shifts with every 3rd weekend required. There is a +$2.50/hr straight nights differential added to the base pay for this position.

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Records vital statistics and other basic health information. Administers basic health care and medical treatments; provides assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.

Cleans patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collects non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepares patient treatment areas for use; prepares and cleans medical equipment; disposes of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Performs clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.