What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant- 32 hours Days - Neuro/Spinal Cord Injury Specialty Unit - Lyman 2 position at Gaylord Hospital?
Embark on a rewarding career as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, recognized as a top workplace in 2021, 2022, and 2023. The collaborative atmosphere and the PCT Career Ladder program contribute to professional development and career advancement. Enjoy a competitive compensation package and generous benefits, including substantial paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a student loan forgiveness program. Join our dedicated team committed to enhancing health, maximizing function, and transforming lives at Gaylord.
The Patient Care Technician (PCT/CNA) performs a variety of patient care activities at Gaylord hospital. Working under the direction the RN, the PCT's have valuable exposure to a wide variety of patient populations and skills while working in a warm and friendly atmosphere with supportive, interdisciplinary teams. With an average patient length of stay 25 -30 days, the PCT is able to develop strong relationships and play a key role in the recovery of our patients.
Requirements:
- S. Diploma or GED required
- CNA, CPCT, CEMT, CMA or RMA required or equivalent Training Program
- Patient care experience preferred
- American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) CPR Certification required prior to hire
WORK SCHEDULE: Day Shift (7am- 3:30pm), 32 hours a week, every other weekend/holiday rotation
Gaylord nursing units offer a variety of skills such as:
Milne Units: Step down/progressive care unit of level of care includes:
- Continuous telemetry monitoring
- Ventilator support and weaning
- LVAD patient population
- Heart Transplant population
Lyman 1 & Hooker 1: Medical Units offer skills such as:
- Stroke
- Complex wounds
- Telemetry
- Pulmonary care
Lyman 2 & Hooker 2: Specialty Units are CARF Accredited with a focused patient population:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Stroke
- Spinal cord Injury
BENEFITS TO WORKING AT GAYLORD INCLUDE:
Voted top 100 workplaces in CT in 2021, 2022, and 2023!
- Competitive rate of pay & benefit packages
- State of the art technology and newly renovated nursing units with ceiling lifts
- Comprehensive orientation programs
- PCT Clinical Ladder advancement programs
- Tuition reimbursement & scholarship opportunities
- Free parking, beautiful & safe campus
- Comprehensive benefits package and generous PTO
- Extensive Reward & Recognition Programs
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Office of Integrative Medicine offerings to support our employees & patients
APPLY NOW & JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM OF CAREGIVERS!
We Are An Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V
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