Job Description
Join WakeMed's elite weekend team as a Patient Care Technician! We're seeking compassionate professionals to deliver exceptional care during high-demand weekend shifts. Enjoy competitive pay, premium benefits, and a supportive environment while making a tangible difference in patients' lives. Perfect for work-life balance seekers with 3-day weekends!
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including vital signs, ECG monitoring, and specimen collection
- Assist with activities of daily living and mobility support
- Monitor patient conditions and report changes to nursing staff
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
- Ensure sterile techniques and infection control protocols
- Support patient education and discharge planning
Qualifications
- Current NC Nursing Assistant I or II certification
- Minimum 1 year acute care experience preferred
- BLS/CPR certification required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs
- Basic computer proficiency with EMR systems
- Weekend availability mandatory (Sat/Sun 7a-7p)