Patient Care Technician - South 5 Telemetry Department: South 5 Hours: 24.00 per week
Nights Work
6:30p-7a Weekend Requirement: Every Third Weekend
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.
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
Hospital experience Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT)