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Windam Hospital

Patient Care Technician I

Windam Hospital, Willimantic, Connecticut, us, 06226

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Shift Details:

32-hour night shift PCT, 11p-7a, every other weekend and rotating holidays. Join us at Hartford HealthCare where

every moment matters . As part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network with over 40,000 dedicated colleagues, we invite you to make a difference in the lives of our patients. At Windham Hospital, we have proudly served our community for more than 75 years. Our team operates high-tech equipment and offers compassionate care to meet the healthcare needs of the people in Northeastern Connecticut. On the Shea unit, you will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team that provides quality healthcare in a 30-bed medical-surgical and telemetry unit, along with additional beds for step-down/PCU and orthopedic patients. Role Summary As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing vital functions that cater to the age-specific needs of patients. Your role will involve: Assisting patients with activities of daily living and documenting care in the medical record. Obtaining and recording vital signs, blood glucose levels, EKGs, and patient intake/output while promptly reporting any abnormal findings to the Registered Nurse. Delivering quality customer service through a compassionate approach to patient needs. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent required. Completion of a certified nursing training program, experience as a home health aide, or enrollment in a nursing program or a clinical vocation. BLS certification required or must be obtained within the first three months of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in patient care is preferred, as well as familiarity with medical terminology. CNA certification obtained within the last 6 months or nursing students with at least one year of clinical experience are encouraged to apply. We are committed to your career growth. With diverse locations across the state, Hartford HealthCare provides exciting opportunities for professional development and advancement in a supportive environment. Join us in delivering breakthrough treatments and superior care to our community. Here at Hartford HealthCare,

every moment matters —and this is

your moment .