Patient Care Technician – Resource Pool

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital, located in Norfolk, in the Resource Pool.

Hours/Shift:

FLEXI (PRN-as needed) nightshift

Department/Position Overview:

Are you wanting to try out different types of nursing units-join the Resource Pool! This position will work in various units at Sentara Leigh Hospital, including Med Surg, ICU and ED, etc. Employees in the Resource Pool receive additional compensation.

Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification/Licensure

• American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following
  • Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
  • Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
  • National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
  • Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
  • Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
  • Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
  • Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience
One year of prior health care experience preferred.