Acute Care Tech II - Float Pool

TriHealth•Montgomery, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Acute Care Tech II in the Bethesda North Float Pool at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, you will provide hands-on support by assisting with basic activities of daily living and performing designated treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of a nurse. You will also help maintain smooth unit operations by completing non-direct patient care tasks as needed, including stocking, organizing supplies, and supporting essential clerical duties. This is a full-time day-shift position scheduled for 72 hours bi-weekly, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with a third-weekend and third-holiday rotation. The position is located at 10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242.

Requirements

Two years of high school education.
Age 17 with a work permit.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
Maintain competency in tasks for which the PCA has been trained.
Complete assigned tasks within the required timeframe and seek clarification from the nurse when unsure how to proceed.
Maintain a safe environment, report hazards to appropriate personnel, and complete safety event reports as necessary.
Comply with infection control policies and demonstrate knowledge of safety and emergency policies and procedures; correct identified hazards appropriately.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the healthcare team.
Report patient-related information and problems completing assignments or tasks in a timely manner.
Document observations and tasks performed.
Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team and use the chain of command appropriately.
Perform supply-, equipment-, and environment-related activities as required.
Recognize, report, and follow up on supply or equipment availability issues; report and follow through on broken or malfunctioning equipment according to unit standards.
Ensure equipment and supplies are readily available for the next person.
Identify opportunities for self-improvement, take accountability for self-growth, maintain knowledge of organizational and unit changes, and support those changes.