Sanford Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care and daily living assistance to inpatient populations at Sanford Medical Center Fargo. Working under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, you will be part of a healthcare team dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming environment that supports patient healing and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities
- Monitor and report changes in patient conditions to nursing staff
- Ensure patient safety and well-being
- Provide patient-centered nursing care under RN or LPN supervision
Clinical Setting
This position is located at Sanford Medical Center Fargo, 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104. The role offers variety in daily tasks and is well-suited for nursing assistants seeking diverse clinical experiences.
Schedule
- Part-time position: 24 hours per week
- 8-hour day shifts
- Every other weekend rotation
- Every other holiday rotation
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required
- If working in North Dakota and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, you must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training and competency validation or within a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment
- If working in Wisconsin, you must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility, or be a student nurse currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
- Willingness to obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $17.00 to $24.00 per hour
- Sign-on bonus available for eligible applicants
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Work/life balance benefits
- Generous time off package
- Specialized on-boarding and on-the-job training
- Career advancement through educational assistance
Additional Requirements
- Drug screen and pre-employment background screening required as a condition of employment
- Sanford maintains a Drug Free Workplace Policy