Patient Care Tech

BHS•Richmond, KY

61d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the PCT/Unit Secretary provides direct and indirect patient care. This role provides excellence in patient care while respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of everyone. In addition, unit secretaries play a vital role in maintaining efficient operations within hospital units by providing administrative support and ensuring effective communication between staff and patients. Responsible for assisting nursing with cardiac monitoring of patients with cardiac monitoring orders. Care and maintenance of cardiac equipment. Performs direct patient care and related tasks as outlined by scope of practice and including but not limited to: Assists patients in personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair, and nail care. Assists patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity. o Records patient intake and output (I & O). Collects, labels, and transports specimens for laboratory analysis. Assists patients with activity, turning and repositioning as indicated by provider order and in collaboration with the nurse. Communicates pertinent patient information/findings to patient’s nurse. Ensures positive customer relations interactions. Responds promptly to customer needs, both patient and visitor Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner.

Requirements

Prefer 1 year Cardiac Monitor Experience
Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)

Responsibilities

Assisting nursing with cardiac monitoring of patients with cardiac monitoring orders.
Care and maintenance of cardiac equipment.
Assists patients in personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair, and nail care.
Assists patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity.
Records patient intake and output (I & O).
Collects, labels, and transports specimens for laboratory analysis.
Assists patients with activity, turning and repositioning as indicated by provider order and in collaboration with the nurse.
Communicates pertinent patient information/findings to patient’s nurse.
Ensures positive customer relations interactions.
Responds promptly to customer needs, both patient and visitor
Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner.