Certified Critical Care Technician - Pool
About The Position
The Critical Care Tech II 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 includes direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The technician is expected to maintain high standards of professional ethics and contribute to quality patient care within the organization. The position requires working 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for three shifts each week, including a preassigned weekend every third week, every other holiday, and one hallmark holiday.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training required.
- Active Patient Care Technician certification required.
- AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
- Successful completion of the CPCT-A certification required.
- Successful phlebotomy and EKG competency must be completed during orientation.
- Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Ability to identify and communicate changes in patient status.
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, 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 about care needs and safety.
- Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement activities.
- Assist with orienting new hires.
- Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
- Adhere consistently to safety protocols and quality standards to maintain a safe environment and provide high-quality patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
