Nursing Services Technician/ Patient Care Technician

Memorial Regional Health•Craig, CO

2d•$18 - $24

About The Position

This is a PRN Position Compensation Range: $17.99 to $23.99 Position Classification: Non-exempt ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities: N/A Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities: Greets patients and Facilitates communication within the unit and Assists the healthcare team in accurately maintaining patient medical Assumes responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with the team to meet the physical and emotional needs to the patient. Assists physicians and nurses and/or performs technical procedures delegated within the scope of Utilize critical treatment skills such as phlebotomy, wound irrigation and dressing, EKGs, specimen Nursing Services Technician will work through a competency list to include patient care tech skills, documentation, and all treatments or procedures listed above upon orientation to position. Observes and reports any changes in patient condition or behavior to the RN or Assists with patient flow and keeping the department and patient rooms clean, stocked, and Performs clerical duties including admission orders, filling out appropriate forms, arranging for patient transfers, and communicating with interdisciplinary teams. Answers the telephone in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel or family. Directs calls to the appropriate person/department. Documents accurately and consciously the needs of the Communicates clearly, honestly, appropriately, and in a timely manner with patients, families, and care team members. Completes documentation with accuracy according to facility Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Respects the confidentiality of patient information and adheres to HIPAA and facility Demonstrates caring attitudes and behaviors to develop therapeutic Demonstrates respect, equity, and empathy in actions and interactions with culturally diverse and vulnerable Demonstrates knowledge of facility safety Performs other duties as assigned. Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities: Demonstrates 100% commitment to performance in accordance with the CHOICE values of MRH and representing the organization in a positive and professional manner. Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication and good working relationships with all patients, staff, and vendors. Adheres to MRH attire/dress code per policies and procedures. Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity; self-motivated; and manages activity and time. Completes annual education, training, in-service, and licensure/certification requirements; and attends departmental and organizational staff meetings or reads meeting minutes. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time as scheduled; completes work within designated timeframes. Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities. Strives to uphold regulatory requirements to ensure continual compliance with departmental, hospital, state, and federal regulations and policies. Follows policies and procedures for infection control, safety, and risk management to ensure a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age (21 for driving positions with a valid driver’s license).
Must be able to legally work in the United States.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to pass a drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
Must complete employee health meeting.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Current BLS certification (or must be obtained within 90 days).

Nice To Haves

Licensed Practice Nurse License, Certified Nursing Aid License, EMT, or Medical Assistant preferred and license must be unencumbered.
Clerical experience
Clinical bedside experience

Responsibilities

Greets patients and Facilitates communication within the unit
Assists the healthcare team in accurately maintaining patient medical
Assumes responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with the team to meet the physical and emotional needs to the patient.
Assists physicians and nurses and/or performs technical procedures delegated within the scope of
Utilize critical treatment skills such as phlebotomy, wound irrigation and dressing, EKGs, specimen
Nursing Services Technician will work through a competency list to include patient care tech skills, documentation, and all treatments or procedures listed above upon orientation to position.
Observes and reports any changes in patient condition or behavior to the RN or
Assists with patient flow and keeping the department and patient rooms clean, stocked, and
Performs clerical duties including admission orders, filling out appropriate forms, arranging for patient transfers, and communicating with interdisciplinary teams.
Answers the telephone in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel or family.
Directs calls to the appropriate person/department.
Documents accurately and consciously the needs of the
Communicates clearly, honestly, appropriately, and in a timely manner with patients, families, and care team members.
Completes documentation with accuracy according to facility
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Respects the confidentiality of patient information and adheres to HIPAA and facility
Demonstrates caring attitudes and behaviors to develop therapeutic
Demonstrates respect, equity, and empathy in actions and interactions with culturally diverse and vulnerable
Demonstrates knowledge of facility safety
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates 100% commitment to performance in accordance with the CHOICE values of MRH and representing the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication and good working relationships with all patients, staff, and vendors.
Adheres to MRH attire/dress code per policies and procedures.
Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity; self-motivated; and manages activity and time.
Completes annual education, training, in-service, and licensure/certification requirements; and attends departmental and organizational staff meetings or reads meeting minutes.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work on time as scheduled; completes work within designated timeframes.
Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Strives to uphold regulatory requirements to ensure continual compliance with departmental, hospital, state, and federal regulations and policies.
Follows policies and procedures for infection control, safety, and risk management to ensure a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.