HCT - CMH Postpartum
About The Position
The HCT assists Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing patient care by performing assigned patient-care and unit-maintenance activities as an adjunct to the Nursing Assistant position. The role provides delegated care under applicable policies and procedures, supports patient comfort and safety, and helps ensure patient needs and expectations are met. The HCT reports pertinent patient information to the assigned nurse in a timely manner and completes documentation before leaving the shift. Patient-care duties include assisting with hygiene, nutrition, elimination, skin care, comfort, mobility, and measurements. The HCT also assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges; prepares rooms and equipment; handles patient belongings; makes rounds at least every two hours; answers call lights promptly; and anticipates patient needs. Additional skills may be performed as directed and supervised by a nurse after training and certification, with specific skills varying by unit or area. The position also maintains a clean, orderly, adequately stocked, and safely operating unit; completes errands and assigned maintenance tasks; uses supplies and time productively; and supports nursing staff and peers with delegated duties. The HCT contributes to Family Centered Care and positive customer relations through teamwork, effective communication, respect for patients and families, and responsiveness to requests and concerns. The role includes following safety practices, using protective and lift equipment appropriately, attending educational offerings, and assisting with quality improvement activities. Carle Health describes its organization as having nearly 17,000 team members and providers and eight hospitals, with opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois. The posted compensation range is $17.89 to $28.98 per hour. Actual compensation depends on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health states that it offers a comprehensive benefits package; details are available on its benefits website.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days.
- At least one of the following listed work-experience qualifications: relevant medical military training; completion of CNA coursework within the past 24 months; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); at least one semester of nursing clinical experience; worked as a CNA within the past 24 months; or successful completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient-care activities delegated by a nurse using applicable policies and procedures.
- Provide assigned patients' hygiene, nutritional, elimination, skin-care, comfort, and activity needs.
- Measure and record patient information, including intake and output, vital signs, weights, and other specified measurements.
- Perform additional skills as directed and supervised by a nurse after training and certification; applicable skills vary by unit or area.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including assigned admission tasks and room setup.
- Set up equipment for patient care and store, transfer, or pack patient belongings as appropriate.
- Make rounds at least every two hours to check patient comfort, positioning, call-light availability, and room orderliness.
- Anticipate patient needs, respond promptly to call lights, respect privacy, and report pertinent information to the assigned nurse in a timely manner.
- Complete documentation before leaving the shift.
- Use time, supplies, and other resources productively; complete work within the assigned shift and conserve supplies and linen.
- Assist with patient lifting and complete assigned unit-maintenance tasks, errands, and equipment or supply handling.
- Maintain a neat, clean, adequately stocked, and safe patient environment and unit.
- Follow patient, environmental, and personal safety practices, including hand hygiene, protective equipment use, safe body mechanics, and appropriate use of lift equipment.
- Contribute to Family Centered Care, patient and family satisfaction, and positive customer relations through teamwork and respectful communication.
- Attend educational offerings to validate skills and maintain current knowledge of patient care.
- Give and receive peer evaluations constructively, assist peers, and support staffing needs across shifts.
- Assist with quality assurance and patient-care improvement efforts, including attention to identification bands, falls, and infection control.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package; details are available on Carle Health's benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
