Constant Observer - CO - Float Pool - PT Days

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

9d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as a caregiver to patients during scheduled work periods and provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). When necessary for the safe provision of care, the employee provides one-on-one care to patients.

This is a part-time float-pool position with 12 scheduled hours per week: one 12-hour shift each week, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The position includes an every-third-weekend and holiday commitment. The stated 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 upon completion of training and competency validation or within a maximum of four months from initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, be listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility, or qualify as 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.
• 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 patients’ physical condition to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meals, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.
• Clean patient living areas and treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and medical equipment for use; clean equipment and dispose of biomedical waste according to standards and policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient health care.
• Provide one-on-one care to patients when necessary for safe care.
• Communicate effectively and use customer service, multitasking, and organizational skills in daily work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed