Acute Care Tech I - Neuro Stepdown

About the position

Provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse. May perform non-direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed including but not limited to stocking and clerical activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained.
• Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe.
• Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
• Maintains a safe environment and reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Completes safety event report as necessary.
• Complies with Infection Control policies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
• Communicates effectively with others and shows respect to patients, families, and co-workers.
• Reports patient related information in a timely manner.
• Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person.
• Documents observations and tasks performed.
• Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team.
• Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
• Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required.
• Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner.
• Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning.
• Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.
• Acknowledges need for self growth and accountability.
• Identifies area for self improvement.
• Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes.
• Supports organizational and unit changes.

Requirements

• 2 years High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position