Patient Care Tech General Surgery
Ascension · Nashville, TN · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
Life at Ascension
Life at Ascension is about purpose, growth, care, and connection. As a leading nonprofit Catholic health system, we empower our 97,000+ associates to reimagine healthcare every day. We are recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Obtains and records vital signs, accurately charting patient data and promptly reporting abnormal findings.
- Maintains accurate documentation of fluid intake and output, supporting safe patient care and clinical decision-making.
- Performs blood draws as trained, following proper phlebotomy techniques and safety protocols.
- Provides direct patient care, including rounding with patients and assisting with activities of daily living to support comfort and mobility.
Minimum Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Nurse Aide preferred.
- Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.