University of Maryland Medical System·Largo, Maryland
Provides safe and efficient patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, including monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient condition. Assists with patient orientation and ensures a safe care environment through regular visits and risk monitoring.
Job Requirements Non-Union Role Provides safe, effective and efficient patient care as directed by assigned licensed nurse.
Assists with obtaining basic patient information as part of the nursing history or ongoing assessment and reports abnormal values to the appropriate nurse.
Orients patients to the care environment to promote patient comfort and safety.
Observes and reports obvious physical and emotional patient changes to assigned nurse.
Monitors patients for special risks and reports observations to assigned nurse (i.e., falls, skin breakdown).
Makes regular patient visits to provide all patients with quick response to their needs.
Seeks guidance and direction in prioritizing multiple demands to effectively meet patient’s needs.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served in the assigned work area.
Recognizes normal/abnormal vital sign parameters depending on age of patient.
Documents completely and accurately according to the unit and division standards, including safety measures.
Remains calm and effective in emergency situations and follows appropriate guidelines.
Performs and completes all assigned skills and duties as outlined care plans, critical pathways, competencies, skills lists, standards, policies and procedures.
Demonstrates manual dexterity abilities to perform precise skills required to meet patient care needs.
Demonstrates the ability to operate and maneuver patient care equipment safely.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Pay Range: $17.48 - $24.76 Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift differentials Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
Requires a current Maryland CNA certification or equivalent clinical training from a nursing or EMT program. Must hold BLS-HCP certification and a high school diploma or GED.
Market context
In Maryland, Patient Care Technician openings are often tied to ongoing hospital, clinic, and long-term care staffing needs, so employers tend to look for dependable candidates who can handle hands-on patient support. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma or GED, comfort with blood and needles, physical stamina for long shifts, and schedule flexibility. On this platform, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details faster before applying.
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