HCA In Home Care

Clinical Care Technician - Same Day Surgery - Per Diem Day

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ Somerset

Department: Same Day Surgery

Pay Range: $25.25 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

Clinical Care Technician (CCT) - Same Day Surgery

At RWJBarnabas Health, Clinical Care Technicians become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Clinical Care Technician (CCT), you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day.

As a Clinical Care Technician (CCT), a typical day may include:

Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS, performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.

Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status.

Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns.

Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations.

Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients.

Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient's care.

Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning.

Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way.

Protection of patient safety is essential in your day-to-day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism.

To be considered for this CCT opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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