Patient Care Technician - South 5 Telemetry - 5342

Patient Care Technician - South 5 Telemetry

Department: South 5

Hours: 36.00 per week

Shift: Nights

Work Schedule: 3 12 hour shifts 6:30p-7a

Weekend Requirement: Every Third Weekend

Comprehensive Benefits Offered:

• Competitive and affordable benefits package
• Shift Differentials
• Continuing Education assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan relief through Fiducius
• Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas

Summary:

The Smarter Choice for your Career!

Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces for a fifth year in a row, and a 6 time Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.

All of our Patient Care Technicians at Middlesex provide the safest, highest-quality care to our patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with activities of daily living, (ex. basic hygiene, toileting, nutrition, etc.), collecting and documenting data points (ex. vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, etc.), performing direct patient observation, reinforcing patient education, and participating in creating a positive environment for patients, families, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Experience in a patient care environment such as a CNA, EMT, Medical Assistant, Nursing Student, or Pre-Physician Assistant student
• Qualities of accountability, multitasking, organization and good communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hospital experience
• Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT)