PACU Technician

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Germantown, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The PACU Technician is responsible for performing advanced patient care tasks as delegated by the RN. This includes tasks such as IV insertion and removal, phlebotomy, monitoring vital signs, bladder scanning, blood glucose checks, and performing EKGs. The technician also measures and documents vital signs, collects specimens, maintains nursing supplies, and ensures a clean and safe work environment. They are involved in patient positioning, transporting, and assisting with admissions and discharges. The role requires the ability to provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development principles.

Requirements

Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant.
No experience required.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
Must have functional vision and hearing.
Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Independently performs more advanced patient care tasks as delegated by the RN, which may include but not be limited to intravenous (IV) line insertion and removal, phlebotomy, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, bladder scanning, blood glucose, and performing a 12 lead electrocardiogram (EKG).
Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration), and height/weight.
Promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the RN.
Documents requested information and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of the patient to the RN.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens as requested.
Maintains and orders stock for the nursing area; cleans equipment and work areas.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while continuously utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.
Prepares patient rooms for admission/discharge and assists with the patient admission/discharge process.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program