CNA Patient Care Tech Cardiac Care

Intermountain Health•San Jose, CA

5d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Night Shift Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. The technician may also assume the responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator. This role is on a 31-bed Progressive Care Telemetry unit caring for patients with primary cardiac issues or stroke, as well as patients with other primary conditions requiring closer monitoring due to a secondary cardiac issue. The position requires a current Colorado CNA license and at least one year of hospital CNA experience. The schedule is 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with 36 scheduled hours per week. The hourly range is $20.00–$26.48, depending on experience. Intermountain offers education assistance of up to $5,250 annually and partners with schools for debt-free programs. The employer also describes a comprehensive benefits package focused on caregivers’ well-being.

Requirements

Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice; the posting specifies a current Colorado CNA license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Demonstrated basic computer literacy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
At least one year of hospital CNA experience, as stated in the job description.

Nice To Haves

Prior CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.
Current enrollment in a nursing school program.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and provide basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, providing fresh water and ice, ambulating patients, and providing comfort measures.
Respond to patient and family requests while providing excellent customer service.
Report and document patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
Quickly report changes in patient condition and obtain qualified assistance as needed.
Perform telemetry duties as required by the unit, monitor patients, address patient care needs, and collaborate with the patient care team.
Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN when required on a clinical unit.
Collaborate and consult with the RN and other interdisciplinary team members to support optimal patient care.
When assigned Health Unit Coordinator responsibilities, answer phones, transcribe physician orders, manage unit records, and organize, stock, and maintain unit supplies.
Implement the plan of care as delegated.
Perform assigned duties within the scope of practice and perform specialized procedures after skill validation and in accordance with regulatory standards.
Promote a safe environment by following safety policies and taking appropriate action in emergencies.