Patient Care Tech

Position Overview

Join our dedicated team at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL as a Patient Care Tech. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by supporting the nursing staff with clinical and daily living tasks. Multiple positions are available in various units including MedSurg, Cardiac MedSurg, Neuro MedSurg, Oncology MedSurg, Trauma Step Down, and PCU.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, calorie counts, and perform simple non-sterile dressing changes.
• Answer patient call lights promptly and respond to patient needs.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, oral care, toileting, and feeding.
• Ensure safe patient handling through proper turning, positioning, transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices.
• Record patient information accurately in medical records.
• Maintain clear communication with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members regarding patient condition changes.
• Educate patients and families on the care and therapies provided in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Monitor and restock supply levels in patient care areas as needed.

Required Qualifications

• A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed as a CNA in Florida.
• RN Nursing School Students may be considered.
• 1 year of acute hospital experience is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical coverage with prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and complimentary AirMed transportation.
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; supplemental health protection plans; auto and home insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, as well as home and auto repair and event planning.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts programs.
• Retirement readiness services, rollover assistance, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance including tuition support, student loan aid, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program offering paid time off, paid family leave, and both long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free employee-only coverage based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.