Patient Care Tech

At Highpoint - Sumner, you will provide support to our patients, nurses and providers through our excellent care model. You are a valued member of each patient's care team.    Here we Make a Difference Together, while Doing the Right Thing in order to Champion Patient Care. At Sumner, we Act with Kindness and Embrace the Individuality that each team member brings to the organization.    This is a Great Place to Work! Sumner Regional operates as a 167-bed healthcare facility and provides quality care in numerous areas, including cancer treatment, cardiac care, same-day surgery, orthopedics, diagnostics, women's health and rehabilitation services.
Why Choose Us: · Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance for qualified applicants
· Professional development and Advanced Degree support
· And much more…
Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities, as well as POC Testing and EKGs, as needed.
Reports to: Director Medical/Surgical B2 & A4 
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent - Required
State Certified Nurse Aide, can be considered without High school diploma or equivalent
Patient Care Technician education - Preferred
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer proficiency required
Required Skills
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) (American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross Certification) must be obtained within 30 days of employment if not current upon hire.
Required Skills
Licenses: State of Tennessee Certified Nurse Aide licensure or EMT licensure - Preferred

Minimum Work Experience
One (1) year certified nurse tech or EMT experience - Preferred
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran