About this role
Job Requirements
Under the direction of professional nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I in the Nursing Surgical ICU provides direct patient care, including taking vital signs, checking surgical dressings, assisting with activities of daily living, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This role involves monitoring and documenting patient status, collaborating with the healthcare team to implement care plans, promoting patient safety, and maintaining a safe and orderly clinical environment. Responsibilities also include assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges, wound care, urinary catheter management, blood glucose monitoring, and orthopedic device care. The technician participates in patient rounding, responds to alarms, adheres to safety protocols, and supports patient comfort and flow, performing all other duties as assigned in a full-time capacity.
Work Experience
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. While no prior experience is required, previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility is preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships and teamwork, and the capacity to prioritize tasks and perform under stress. Additionally, they should be proficient in using computer systems, skilled in obtaining accurate blood glucose results with proper documentation, and capable of performing delegated nursing tasks tailored to the diverse needs of patients in the Nursing Surgical ICU.