Acute Care Tech I - Clinical Decision Unit
About The Position
The Acute Care Tech I provides assistance with basic activities of daily living and performs specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of a nurse. The role may also include non-direct patient care activities, such as stocking and clerical work, as assigned or requested. The position is part-time, overnight, at Bethesda North Hospital in the Clinical Decision Unit/Observation Unit, with hours of 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. A $1.75 shift differential is listed. TriHealth team members are expected to follow the SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors, including welcoming and assisting patients and guests, taking responsibility for service and quality, respecting cultural and individual differences, being punctual and careful with resources, and showing courtesy and compassion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN, maintaining competency in trained tasks and completing assignments within the required timeframe.
- Seek clarification from the nurse when unsure how to proceed.
- Maintain a safe environment, report hazards, complete safety event reports when necessary, follow infection-control policies, and apply safety and emergency procedures.
- Perform supply-, equipment-, and environment-related activities; report availability issues and broken or malfunctioning equipment; and ensure supplies and equipment are ready for the next person.
- Recognize personal growth needs, identify areas for improvement, maintain knowledge of organizational and unit changes, and support those changes.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Report patient-related information and assignment or task-completion problems promptly, document observations and completed tasks, and use the chain of command appropriately.
- Follow TriHealth's SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors, including welcoming and assisting patients and guests, improving quality and safety, respecting others, using resources responsibly, and showing courtesy and compassion.
Benefits
- $1.75 shift differential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
