Med Surg Tele Patient Care Tech-FT

BJC HealthCare • Shiloh, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Med Surg Tele Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care in support of licensed professional nurses caring for a team of patients. The role helps maintain a safe environment and reduce patient risk by collecting vital information and reporting it to the nursing team, contributing to patient assessments and recognition of changes in condition.

The position supports adult medical, surgical, and telemetry patients on the Med Surg 5th Floor, including patients before and after cardiac catheterizations, surgical patients, patients receiving PTCA and vascular interventions, and patients with respiratory or renal problems or newly placed tracheostomies. Care is provided under nurse supervision in a healing environment that supports patients and families.

This is a benefits-eligible position scheduled for 36 hours per week, working nights from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., with holiday rotation and every other weekend required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• No prior experience required.
• No supervisor experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician.
• Certified Nurse Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision and promote patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Perform vital signs, intake and output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing as requested.
• Collect clinical data and patient information, and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assist the nurse with patient and family education.
• Document provided patient care using correct medical terminology.
• Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available to meet patient needs.
• Participate in activities promoting patient safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

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