Patient Care TechnicianSenior Nursing Attendant Unit 4500 CTICU Night Shift
NYU Langone Health, New York, NY, United States
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician/Senior Nursing Attendant - Unit 4500 CTICU Night Shift.
In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with an emphasis on understanding the challenges faced by hospitalized patients undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests. The candidate also supports the unit in maintaining supplies, equipment, and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights.
Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
Assists in the collection of data for the unit’s Quality and Performance Improvement Program, including patient satisfaction measures.
Assists the nurse in reviewing and developing corrective‑action plans regarding patient/family responses and satisfaction.
Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
Participates in the orientation of other patient‑care technicians and attends unit meetings and conferences.
Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient‑care technicians.
Demonstrates awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and cultures.
Assists with unit activities as requested, including in emergency situations.
Utilizes specialized skills and ensures safety when carrying out specific tasks such as phlebotomy, fingerstick glucose monitoring, and electrocardiograms.
Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
Assists in data collection and activities as assigned; maintains safety and comfort for patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures per unit/service operations.
Communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and staff both verbally and non‑verbally.
Observes general patient behavior and reports it to the registered nurse assigned to the patient.
Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and direction.
Provides assistance to patients in applicable activities.
Claims completed delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse.
Uses a clear, caring, and respectful communication style with patients, families, nurses, and other health‑care team members.
Answers patient call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity; reports requests outside the scope of the patient‑care technician to the professional nurse.
Reports all observations concerning patients to the responsible professional nurse and responds to specific tasks delegated by any registered professional nurse.
Secures patients’ personal property and handles valuables according to hospital procedure; maintains cleanliness of the unit and associated areas (e.g., utility room, unit refrigerators).
Provides direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient‑unit clerks, escorts, dietary staff, and other health‑care employees.
Assists in preparing patients for scheduled appointments, including positioning on a stretcher or wheelchair. Runs errands to other departments, delivering specimens and equipment.
Maintains patient environment, equipment, and care areas clean, safe, and orderly.
Ensures necessary equipment and supplies are present in patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a PCT program with at least six months of hospital experience, or a CNA graduate with completion of EKG and phlebotomy courses and PCT certification and at least six months of hospital experience, or PCT certification through the National Healthcareer Association with at least six months of hospital experience.
BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association—AHA) required upon entry.
Must complete the PCT online program within three months of hire.
For Senior Nursing Attendant: Graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA, and at least six months of relevant experience.
Working knowledge of English evident in verbal, reading, and writing; other language an asset.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Qualified candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Cert
EEO Statement
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal‑opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.
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Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician/Senior Nursing Attendant - Unit 4500 CTICU Night Shift.
In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with an emphasis on understanding the challenges faced by hospitalized patients undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests. The candidate also supports the unit in maintaining supplies, equipment, and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights.
Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
Assists in the collection of data for the unit’s Quality and Performance Improvement Program, including patient satisfaction measures.
Assists the nurse in reviewing and developing corrective‑action plans regarding patient/family responses and satisfaction.
Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
Participates in the orientation of other patient‑care technicians and attends unit meetings and conferences.
Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient‑care technicians.
Demonstrates awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and cultures.
Assists with unit activities as requested, including in emergency situations.
Utilizes specialized skills and ensures safety when carrying out specific tasks such as phlebotomy, fingerstick glucose monitoring, and electrocardiograms.
Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
Assists in data collection and activities as assigned; maintains safety and comfort for patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures per unit/service operations.
Communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and staff both verbally and non‑verbally.
Observes general patient behavior and reports it to the registered nurse assigned to the patient.
Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and direction.
Provides assistance to patients in applicable activities.
Claims completed delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse.
Uses a clear, caring, and respectful communication style with patients, families, nurses, and other health‑care team members.
Answers patient call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity; reports requests outside the scope of the patient‑care technician to the professional nurse.
Reports all observations concerning patients to the responsible professional nurse and responds to specific tasks delegated by any registered professional nurse.
Secures patients’ personal property and handles valuables according to hospital procedure; maintains cleanliness of the unit and associated areas (e.g., utility room, unit refrigerators).
Provides direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient‑unit clerks, escorts, dietary staff, and other health‑care employees.
Assists in preparing patients for scheduled appointments, including positioning on a stretcher or wheelchair. Runs errands to other departments, delivering specimens and equipment.
Maintains patient environment, equipment, and care areas clean, safe, and orderly.
Ensures necessary equipment and supplies are present in patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a PCT program with at least six months of hospital experience, or a CNA graduate with completion of EKG and phlebotomy courses and PCT certification and at least six months of hospital experience, or PCT certification through the National Healthcareer Association with at least six months of hospital experience.
BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association—AHA) required upon entry.
Must complete the PCT online program within three months of hire.
For Senior Nursing Attendant: Graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA, and at least six months of relevant experience.
Working knowledge of English evident in verbal, reading, and writing; other language an asset.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Qualified candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Cert
EEO Statement
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal‑opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.
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