Constant Observer - CO - Float Pool - PT Nights

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

9d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician serves as a caregiver to patients during scheduled work periods, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. When needed to provide care safely, the employee provides one-on-one care to patients.

This float-pool position is scheduled for one 12-hour night shift per week, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with a commitment to work every third weekend and holiday. Scheduled weekly hours are 12. The listed salary range is $18.00–$24.00.

Requirements

• Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, be listed on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry after completing training and competency validation or within four months of initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, be listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility, or be a student nurse enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (preferred, not required).
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and other basic health information, including assessing a patient's physical condition to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments.
• Assist with daily living activities, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meals, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and medical equipment; clean equipment and dispose of biomedical waste according to standards and policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
• Provide one-on-one patient care when necessary for safe care.
• Use communication, customer service, multitasking, and organizational skills in daily work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED