Certified Critical Care Tech - Med/Surg, Telemetry - Keleman 9 South
About The Position
The Critical Care Tech works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) to assist patients with activities of daily living and support the overall plan of care. The role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to quality patient care within the organization. The role supports patients’ daily care needs, performs technical duties as directed by an RN, documents care appropriately, and communicates changes in patient status. The Critical Care Tech also reinforces patient and family education, participates in patient satisfaction and performance improvement activities, assists with orienting new hires, and completes required annual competencies.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and an active Patient Care Technician Certification required.
- AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
- Successful completion of one of these certifications: CPCT-A.
- Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Successful phlebotomy and EKG competency must be completed during orientation.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and transport, while following standard precautions.
- Perform technical duties as directed by an RN, including phlebotomy, taking vital signs, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care, and document appropriately.
- Identify and communicate changes in patient status to the RN and respond appropriately while maintaining safe patient practices.
- Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety.
- Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement activities.
- Assist in orienting new hires.
- Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
- Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to support a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
