Job Description

Looking for a career change? Looking to make a difference by helping someone? If so, University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is looking for you.

Patient Care Tech Trainee (CNA) Classes now forming for October 30, 2023!!!

We offer a $1000 sign on bonus for candidates accepted into the PCT certification class! A work commitment tied to the certification class and Full-time status required.

Certified Nursing Assistant Course:

- Tuition-fee free with 18-month Employment commitment following course completion

- 6 week classroom program

- On-site-Location

JOB SUMMARY: Attend scheduled classes/clinical rotations in a Nursing Assistant program approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON). The MBON approved course prepares you to safely perform delegated nurse functions with clients of any age and various levels of physical, sensory, motor, and emotional ability. Practice skills learned in clinical placement provides experience in acute care/hospital setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains customer service focus essential for smooth operation.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Education & Training: **** High School diploma or equivalent required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Previous customer service experience preferred. Availability to attend training classes and clinical rotations.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; i) comply with OSHA standards; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.