nursing care partner

Sentara

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medicine Unit 2- Norfolk General Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 10, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p>The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.</p>
<p><b>Department Overview: </b>This 24-bed Medicine Unit is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support our nursing team! Our diverse patient population includes but is not limited to CHF, sickle cell, renal failure, vascular, sepsis, COPD, pneumonia, wound care and, an assortment of varying disease processes. Join our team to help our team deliver excellent patient care!</p>
<p><b>Education</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification</p>
</li></ul><p>Keywords: <b>NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic</b></p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medical / Surgical Unit 1- Leigh Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> April 1, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital located in Norfolk, VA on the Med Surg Unit.</b></p>
<p><b>Hours/Shift:</b></p>
<p>Full-time, Nightshift. 6pm to 6am</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p>Our unit&rsquo;s main focus is stroke patients. About half of our population is geriatric. In 2022 our amazing unit received the AMSN PRISM Award, join us to see what it&rsquo;s like to work on a nationally recognized unit.</p>
<p>Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a <b>Patient Care Technician</b> with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</p>
<p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li>American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li><b>Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following</b>
<ul><li>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</li>
<li>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</li>
<li>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</li>
<li>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</li>
<li>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</li>
<li>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</li>
<li>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Experience</b><br>
One year of prior health care experience preferred.</p>
<p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician – Medical Surgical Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medicine Unit 2- Martha Jefferson Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Charlottesville, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> First (Days)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> April 1, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital</b> is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the IMCU Department. This is a full-time day shift (12-hr shift) position in Charlottesville, VA.</p>
<p><b>Hours: </b>7AM to 7PM- Three 12-hour shifts (36-hours per week), with rotating weekends.</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p><b>Intermediate Care Unit &ndash; Cornell 1: </b>The Telemetry/Stroke Unit at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post- coronary interventions, post-ablation, myocardial infarctions. Cornell 1 also cares for TIA, acute stroke, and post procedural neuro cases that stepdown from ICU. This 30-bed unit sees a ratio of 1:5 with mixed patient acuity levels and is well supported with additional patient care technicians, educators, and a strong leadership team.</p>
<ul><li><p>Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate</p>
</li><li><p>Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation (Opens in a new tab)education assistance program up to $32,500</p>
</li><li><p>Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson</p>
</li></ul><p><b>The Patient Care Technician</b> provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.</p>
<p><b>Education:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS &ndash; High School Grad or Equivalent</p>
</li><li><p>One of the following programs: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certifications/Licensure:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Experience:
</b></p><ul><li><p>One year of health care experience is preferred.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Keywords: </b>Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech, EMT, Nursing Student</p>
<p>#Talroo-Allied Health</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) IMCU

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Nursing Resource Pool- Leigh Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> April 2, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital, located in Norfolk, in the Resource Pool.</b></p>
<p><b>Hours/Shift:</b></p>
<p>Full-time, approximately 6pm to 6am</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p>Are you wanting to try out different types of nursing units-join the Resource Pool! This position will work in various units at Sentara Leigh Hospital, including Med Surg, ICU and ED, etc. Employees in the Resource Pool receive additional compensation.</p>
<p>Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a <b>Patient Care Technician</b> with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</p>
<p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li>American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li><b>Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following</b>
<ul><li>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</li>
<li>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</li>
<li>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</li>
<li>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</li>
<li>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</li>
<li>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</li>
<li>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Experience</b><br>
One year of prior health care experience preferred.</p>
<p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician – Resource Pool

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Intensive Care Unit- Williamsburg Regional Medical Center<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Williamsburg, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Flexible time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Rotating<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 11, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Technician &ndash; Flexi!</b></h1>
<p><b>Patient Care Technician (PCT) &ndash; Intensive Care Unit (ICU)</b></p>
<p><b>Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center &ndash; Williamsburg, VA</b></p>
<p><b>Flexi</b></p>
<p><b>Rotating</b></p>
<p><b>Overview:</b><b> </b>The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.</p>
<p><b>Education</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification</p>
</li></ul><p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Tech - Flexipool

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Surgery Unit 2- Leigh Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> April 1, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician on the Ortho/ Med Surg Unit 1 East to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital located in Norfolk.</b></p>
<p><b>Hours/Shift:</b></p>
<p>Full-time, nightshift. Approximately 6pm to 6am</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p>This 24-bed unit works with patients that have had Orthopedic Surgery and med/surg patients as needed. The majority of our patients have had joint replacements, spine surgery or hand surgery. The ortho techs on the unit will also be assisting with the mobility of the patients. You will receive specialized ortho training on the best practices of caring for these types of patients. We welcome interviewed applicants to shadow the unit to see what we are all about. Join our Fami-Leigh and see if this is perfect fit for you!</p>
<p>To learn more about Sentara Leigh and our culture: https://youtu.be/D4g5-le5lCE (Opens in a new tab)</p>
<p>Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nurse.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a <b>Patient Care Technician</b> with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</p>
<p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li>American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li><b>Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following</b>
<ul><li>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</li>
<li>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</li>
<li>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</li>
<li>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</li>
<li>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</li>
<li>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</li>
<li>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Experience</b><br>
One year of prior health care experience preferred.</p>
<p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician – Ortho / Med Surg Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Mental Health Nursing- Norfolk General Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> First (Days)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 11, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><div>The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.</div>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Department Overview: </b>Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff!</p>
<p><b>Education</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification</p>
</li></ul><p>Keywords: <b>NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic</b></p>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician - Mental Health Nursing Unit

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