Patient Care Tech, PCT, CNA - ICU (Full Time/Nights)

Our Intensive Care Units at GW Hospital:

• Medical ICU (MICU): High-complexity medical patients
• Surgical ICU (SICU): Trauma, neuro, and post-operative care
• Trauma ICU (TICU): High-acuity trauma patients
• Neuro ICU: Neurological critical care
• Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU): Cardiac surgery recovery and ECMO

Job Summary

The George Washington University Hospital is seeking dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. This role is an excellent opportunity to support critically ill patients in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while working alongside experienced nurses and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with direct patient care for critically ill patients
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake/output, and blood glucose levels
• Support activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, feeding, and mobility
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment
• Respond promptly to patient needs and call lights
• Assist with patient transport and unit operations
• Communicate effectively with the care team to support patient safety
• Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a Patient Care Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course, 2 years of Nursing school, or equivalent program reuqired. Certification preffered
• BLS certification required
• Prior hospital or acute care experience preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills]
• Commitment to "Every Moment Matters"
• Dedication to serving the surrounding community

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About GW Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level I Trauma Center and a Level III NICU, GW Hospital offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women's health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality health care, advanced medical technology and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. For more information, visit gwhospital.com. Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of The George Washington University Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception as an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, the company reported annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ' ranking of America's largest public companies.Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. For additional information, visit Fortune, 2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

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