Patient Care Technician

Progressive Care Technician

Progressive Care (PCU) 5 North, located within CentraState Medical Center, offers an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking to begin or advance their careers in a fast-paced, cardiac-focused environment. This unit specializes in the care of patients with complex medical conditions requiring close monitoring and timely intervention. The patient population includes individuals experiencing heart failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, myocardial infarction, pre- and post-operative pacemaker management, pericarditis, chest tube care, and a range of acute and chronic respiratory illnesses. PCU 5 North also manages non-titratable intravenous medications for cardiac dysrhythmias, including IV Cardizem and Amiodarone. The unit is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong culture of support. With seasoned leadership, a high-retention orientation program, and generous ancillary support including 24/7 clinical leaders, transport RNs, monitor technicians, mobile phlebotomists, and secretarial coverage staff are empowered to focus on delivering exceptional care. Flexible self-scheduling, every-third-weekend rotations supported by Baylor RNs, and opportunities for critical care cross-training further enhance the appeal of this collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Progressive Care (PCU) 5 North has an employment opportunity available for a Patient Care Technician (PCT). The PCT provides skilled technical assistance to licensed professionals by performing assigned duties and services required to deliver quality patient care. Follows established standards, Joint Commission, and CSHS policies and procedures. A patient focused care model utilizing a multidisciplinary approach is used as the method to deliver care in the department.

Responsibilities

Provides considerate respectful care focused upon the patient's individual need.

Accurately checks exterior of code cart each shift.

Affirms the patient's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted by law.

Collects and labels specimens without error.

Accurately performs bedside glucose monitoring, and calibration of Accucheck and enters data.

Correctly performs all scheduled and assigned tasks while continually observing patient needs.

Retrieves blood from the Blood Bank.

Verbalizes/performs understanding of 1:1 precautions and documents appropriately.

Performs post mortem care.

Follows CentraState policy regarding restraint application, documentation and observation.

Always answers patient call lights in a timely manner.

Provides basic nursing care, including partial and/or complete direct personal hygienic care to patients (i.e.: bathing, feeding, diversional activity) and assists patients with activities of daily living.

Properly performs electrocardiograms.

Provides partial and/or complete direct personal hygienic care to patients.

Accurately performs simple wound care and ostomy care.

Accurately collects and documents patient data (TPR, I&O, specimen collection, height and weight) utilizing learned technical skills under the direction of the RN. Accurately documents patient data and comfort rounds in Wellsoft system.

Correctly makes occupied and unoccupied beds.

Notifies nurse immediately for patient's complaints of pain/discomfort and any observed change in condition. Provides appropriate interventions for pain as directed by nurse and reports outcomes.

Assists with the elimination needs of the patient while providing privacy and dignity.

Performs rounding as per guidelines.

Correctly feeds patients.

Performs tasks to maintain patient mobility.

Accurately maintains feeding tubes.

Accurately performs incentive spirometry and pulse oximetry.

Accurately obtains and documents temperatures, pulses, respirations and blood pressure.

Accurately measures and documents intake and output.

Reports patient intake and output to nurse.

Supports cost containment through efficient use of equipment, supplies and other pertinent resources.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Work Experience: One year nursing assistant healthcare experience required OR successful completion of an approved CNA or PCT training course required OR currently enrolled in a degreed nursing program AND completed an introductory nursing course such as Nursing 101 or equivalent OR completed a semester of a school sponsored clinical rotation in an acute setting.

CPR certification required.

Glucose certifications are provided by CentraState during orientation.

Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified Company by Great Place to Work for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Rewards

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program

Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts

Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives

Continuing Education / Onsite Training

A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care

Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits

Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $19.50 - $31.20 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS' policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.