Patient Care Technician

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is a 22-bed specialized critical care unit dedicated to the care of patients recovering from cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery, as well as those experiencing advanced heart failure, cardiogenic shock, complex arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, and other critical cardiovascular conditions. The unit includes 16 intensive care beds and 6 progressive care beds, supporting continuity of care from the highest levels of acuity through recovery.

CVICU nurses care for some of the most complex patients in the Heart Institute, utilizing advanced technologies such as invasive hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive infusions, temporary pacing, mechanical ventilation, mechanical circulatory support, and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO). Team members work alongside cardiovascular surgeons, intensivists, cardiologists, advanced practice providers, perfusionists, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists in a highly collaborative environment.

The CVICU provides a challenging and rewarding setting for nurses seeking to develop advanced critical care expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families facing serious cardiovascular illness.

Why Join Our Team?

• Care for highly complex cardiovascular surgical and medical patients
• Experience with advanced critical care technologies and therapies
• Exposure to ECMO and mechanical circulatory support
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team culture
• Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
• Regional leader in advanced cardiovascular critical care
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork, and lifelong learning

Summary

• Under the direction of a licensed Nurse and with respect for human dignity delivers a variety of high+

quality care, and will perform the basic patient care that meets the needs and uniqueness of assigned

patients.

• Is responsible for the delivery of quality care and service excellence; and adheres to the PH Standards of Behavicor.

Education

• Must have a HS Diploma or GED.

• If candidate is at least 17 years of age but does not yet have a current high school diploma/GED, the following requirements must be met: must be actively working towards high school diploma/GED and receive within 2 years of hire.

Licensure Certification

• Must obtain CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

• CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification preferred.

• If assigned to the Parkview Randallia Family Birthing Center, PCTs must be bonded as a notary public within 6 months of hire for those 18 years and older.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in the patient care setting preferred, but not required.

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications.

• Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.