Registered Nurse - PACU
cooperhealth
Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit
cooperhealth· Technician or Technologist
About this role
About Us
Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, three urgent care facilities; Cape Regional Physicians Associates with primary care and specialty care providers delivering services in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional is accredited by and received the Gold Seal of approval from The Joint Commission.
Short Description
The Certified Patient Care Technician, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients’ activities of daily living and supports the overall plan of care. This role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to the delivery of quality patient care within the organization.
- Support patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions
- Perform technical duties as directed by RN (phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care) and document appropriately.
- Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately, maintaining safe patient practices
- Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety
- Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and assist in orienting new hires.
- Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
- Consistently adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care
- Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Capacity to identify and communicate changes in patient status.
Experience Required
Previous Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
Education Requirements
- High School/GED required.
- Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and have an active Patient Care Technician Certification required.
License/Certification Requirements
- AHA Basic Life Support certification required
- Successful completion of one of these certifications; CPT, CPCT-A, ACMA
Salary Min ($)
USD $18.00Salary Max ($)
USD $23.78Frequently Asked Questions
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This Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit role at cooperhealth is based in Cape May Court House, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit role at cooperhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit role in the Technician or Technologist department at cooperhealth.
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When was the Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit job at cooperhealth posted?
This Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit position at cooperhealth was posted on Aug 13, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Certified Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit
cooperhealth
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